Chicken Drumsticks with Muhammara Sauce

Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Chicken Drumsticks with Muhammara Sauce
40 min.
6
317kcal

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If you're looking for a dish that combines succulent flavors with a touch of elegance, look no further than these Chicken Drumsticks with Muhammara Sauce. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this delightful recipe serves six and is ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings with family and friends.

What makes this dish truly special is the rich and vibrant Muhammara sauce, which brings an explosion of flavors to the tender, juicy chicken. Made from roasted red peppers, walnuts, and a hint of pomegranate molasses, the sauce is not only delicious but also dairy-free, catering to various dietary preferences. The combination of spices, including cumin and cayenne, adds warmth and depth, ensuring that each bite is packed with excitement.

Imagine the aroma filling your kitchen as the chicken drumsticks bake to golden perfection while the Muhammara sauce blends into a velvety texture. With a caloric count of 317 kcal per serving, this dish offers a balanced meal that doesn’t compromise on taste or health. Whether it's a casual family dinner or a special occasion, these Chicken Drumsticks with Muhammara Sauce are sure to impress and satisfy. So, gather your ingredients and get ready for a culinary adventure that your taste buds won't forget!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 cup bread crumbs fresh white firm fine (from 1 slice sandwich bread)
  • 0.1 teaspoon cayenne 
  • 12  skin-on chicken drumsticks (3 pounds total)
  •  garlic clove with 1/4 teaspoon salt minced mashed
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • teaspoon pomegranate molasses fresh
  • 0.5 cup bottled roasted peppers red drained (from a 7-ounce jar)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons walnuts 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in lower third of oven and preheat oven to 475°F. While oven is preheating, toast nuts on a baking sheet in oven until golden, 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Pat chicken dry, then put in a large shallow heavy baking pan (1 inch deep) without crowding and rub with salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons oil.
  3. Bake, without turning, until golden brown and cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes.
  4. While chicken bakes, blend together bell peppers, bread crumbs, walnuts, garlic paste, pomegranate molasses, cumin, and cayenne in a food processor until as smooth as possible, about 1 minute. With motor running, gradually add remaining 6 tablespoons oil and blend until combined well. Season sauce with salt and drizzle over baked chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories317kcal
Protein35.41%
Fat60.48%
Carbs4.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.3
Glycemic Load
1.01
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
12.949130535126%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:317.49kcal
15.87%
Fat:21.1g
32.46%
Saturated Fat:4.54g
28.4%
Carbohydrates:3.22g
1.07%
Net Carbohydrates:2.63g
0.96%
Sugar:0.57g
0.63%
Cholesterol:139.31mg
46.44%
Sodium:523.47mg
22.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.8g
55.6%
Selenium:30.32µg
43.32%
Vitamin B3:7.58mg
37.9%
Vitamin B6:0.56mg
28.04%
Phosphorus:275.67mg
27.57%
Zinc:3.12mg
20.81%
Vitamin B5:1.62mg
16.16%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.97%
Vitamin B12:0.83µg
13.88%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.79%
Potassium:386.68mg
11.05%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.5%
Magnesium:41.09mg
10.27%
Copper:0.19mg
9.72%
Iron:1.43mg
7.94%
Vitamin C:5.69mg
6.9%
Vitamin K:6.28µg
5.98%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.77%
Folate:14.17µg
3.54%
Calcium:33.14mg
3.31%
Vitamin A:151.3IU
3.03%
Fiber:0.59g
2.37%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious