Bourbon-Molasses Chicken Drumsticks

Health score
11%
Bourbon-Molasses Chicken Drumsticks
45 min.
4
666kcal

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If you're looking for a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory, look no further than Bourbon-Molasses Chicken Drumsticks. These juicy drumsticks are marinated in a rich sauce that combines the warmth of bourbon with the deep, molasses sweetness, creating a tantalizing glaze that will have everyone reaching for seconds. The addition of brown sugar, chili powder, and a medley of aromatic spices elevates this dish to a new level of flavor, ensuring every bite is bursting with personality.

Grilled to perfection, these drumsticks have a wonderfully crispy skin that locks in the meat's natural juices. The method of rubbing a blend of salt and pepper under the skin not only enhances the seasoning but also helps to achieve that irresistible texture. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking to impress your family at the dinner table, this dish is sure to be a hit.

What's even better? The sauce can be prepared a day ahead, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your company. Serve the chicken with the reserved barbecue sauce for an extra punch of flavor. Pair it with your favorite beverage and watch your guests delight in the comforting, bold flavors of this Bourbon-Molasses Chicken Drumsticks recipe. Get ready to savor a new favorite that brings everyone together around the grill!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup bourbon 
  • tablespoons brown sugar packed ()
  • 0.3 cup butter ()
  • 12  skin-on chicken drumsticks 
  • 0.3 teaspoon chili powder 
  • 1.5 teaspoons coarse kosher salt 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground pepper black divided
  • cup catsup 
  • 0.3 cup blackstrap molasses 
  • cup onion minced
  • 1.5 tablespoons worcestershire sauce 
  • teaspoons mustard yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion; sauté until soft, about 6 minutes.
  3. Add next 5 ingredients, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and chili powder. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until sauce thickens, about 15 minutes. Stir in bourbon; cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Season with salt. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
  4. Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in bowl. Loosen skin on drumsticks. Rub salt and pepper mixture under skin without tearing skin. Cover; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
  5. Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Grill drumsticks until skin is crisp and juices run clear, turning to cook all sides, about 25 minutes.
  6. Transfer 1/2 cup barbecue sauce to small bowl; reserve.
  7. Brush drumsticks with remaining sauce and cook until glaze forms, about 3 minutes longer.
  8. Transfer drumsticks to platter and serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories666kcal
Protein25.99%
Fat46.5%
Carbs27.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50
Glycemic Load
7.81
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
23.360869500948%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
8.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:665.72kcal
33.29%
Fat:32.84g
50.53%
Saturated Fat:12.9g
80.63%
Carbohydrates:43.71g
14.57%
Net Carbohydrates:42.61g
15.49%
Sugar:36.72g
40.8%
Cholesterol:239.46mg
79.82%
Sodium:1867.42mg
81.19%
Alcohol:5.01g
100%
Alcohol %:1.61%
100%
Protein:41.31g
82.61%
Selenium:49.57µg
70.82%
Vitamin B3:12.18mg
60.89%
Vitamin B6:1.05mg
52.32%
Phosphorus:422.5mg
42.25%
Potassium:1115.05mg
31.86%
Zinc:4.65mg
31.02%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
29.84%
Magnesium:111.9mg
27.97%
Manganese:0.54mg
27.05%
Vitamin B5:2.63mg
26.33%
Vitamin B12:1.27µg
21.22%
Iron:3.21mg
17.85%
Copper:0.34mg
16.76%
Vitamin A:813.55IU
16.27%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.28%
Vitamin E:1.71mg
11.4%
Calcium:103.49mg
10.35%
Vitamin K:9.48µg
9.03%
Vitamin C:6.26mg
7.59%
Folate:21.08µg
5.27%
Fiber:1.11g
4.42%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:Epicurious