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Grilled Lemon-Oregano Chicken Drumsticks

By Maria Helm Sinskey

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Grilled Lemon-Oregano Chicken DrumsticksSian Kennedy

These are equally delicious hot off the grill or cold the next day.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh oregano
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
8 chicken drumsticks

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk first 6 ingredients in small bowl. Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper. Pour marinade into 1-gallon resealable plastic bag; add chicken and seal. Turn bag to coat chicken. Marinate at room temperature 30 minutes or in refrigerator up to 2 days, turning occasionally.

    Step 2

    Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Place chicken, with some marinade still clinging, on grill rack; grill chicken until cooked through and golden brown on all sides, turning frequently, about 30 minutes. Transfer to plates and serve.

TagsChicken DrumstickChickenPoultryLemonCitrusFruitOreganoHerbs & SpicesMainDinnerDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeKeto5 Ingredients or FewerGrillingBon Appétit

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