Lemon-Chicken Drumsticks

Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Lemon-Chicken Drumsticks
45 min.
6
496kcal

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Looking for a delicious and dairy-free lunch or dinner option that's sure to impress? Look no further than this mouthwatering Lemon-Chicken Drumsticks recipe! Perfect for those who love a combination of zesty lemon and savory thyme, this dish is designed to be a crowd-pleaser. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a cook time of 30 minutes, you'll have a delectable main course on the table in no time.

Serving six generous portions, this recipe is ideal for family dinners or hosting friends. Each serving comes in at around 496 calories, making it a guilt-free option that won't weigh you down. Whether you pair it with your favorite orzo or rice for a complete meal or enjoy it on its own, the Lemon-Chicken Drumsticks are sure to satisfy your hunger and your taste buds.

The secret to this dish's incredible flavor lies in its simple yet effective ingredients: chicken drumsticks, lemon zest and juice, fresh thyme, extra-virgin olive oil, and a touch of salt and pepper. The marinade infuses the chicken with a bright, tangy flavor that's hard to resist. Plus, the cooking method – a combination of oven-baking and broiling – ensures that the drumsticks are cooked to perfection, with a golden-brown crust that's crispy and delicious.

So why wait? Dive into this delightful Lemon-Chicken Drumsticks recipe and treat yourself and your loved ones to a truly scrumptious meal. Your taste buds – and your waistline – will thank you!

Ingredients

  • pounds skin-on chicken drumsticks 
  • tablespoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  •  juice of lemon finely grated
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • servings orzo pasta for serving (if desired
  • tablespoons parsley chopped for garnish
  • servings pepper black freshly ground to taste

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Rinse the chicken andpat dry.
  2. Combine the lemon zestand juice, thyme, olive oil,salt, and pepper in a largebowl.
  3. Add the drumsticksand toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours, or overnight.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  5. Arrange the drumsticks in a shallowroasting dish to fit (use twodishes to avoid crowding).
  6. Pour anymarinade over the chicken and bake,basting occasionally, until the drumsticksare cooked through and goldenbrown, about 1 1/4 hours.
  7. If the drumsticks have not brownedenough, place them under the broiler, 4inches from the heat source, for 2 to 3minutes on each side or until browned,watching carefully.
  8. Spoon the orzo or rice on a platterand arrange the drumsticks on top.
  9. Pour the chicken pan juices into asmall saucepan and cook over medium-high heat until thickened.
  10. Pourover the chicken and sprinkle with parsley.
  11. Serve immediately.
  12. Per serving (without orzo): 570 calories, 2g carbohydrates, 59g protein, 35g fat, 210mg cholesterol
  13. Other

Nutrition Facts

Calories496kcal
Protein28.08%
Fat36.35%
Carbs35.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.17
Glycemic Load
16.94
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.319130234096%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.49mg
Hesperetin
1.45mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Apigenin
2.94mg
Luteolin
1.08mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:495.91kcal
24.8%
Fat:19.71g
30.32%
Saturated Fat:4.54g
28.38%
Carbohydrates:43.39g
14.46%
Net Carbohydrates:41.17g
14.97%
Sugar:1.76g
1.95%
Cholesterol:139.8mg
46.6%
Sodium:162.56mg
7.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.25g
68.49%
Selenium:64.89µg
92.7%
Vitamin B3:8.37mg
41.86%
Phosphorus:362.29mg
36.23%
Vitamin B6:0.6mg
29.91%
Manganese:0.6mg
29.78%
Vitamin K:28.69µg
27.33%
Zinc:3.77mg
25.13%
Vitamin B5:1.84mg
18.42%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.73%
Magnesium:65.24mg
16.31%
Potassium:497.01mg
14.2%
Vitamin B12:0.84µg
13.93%
Copper:0.27mg
13.62%
Iron:2.22mg
12.33%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.88%
Vitamin C:9.38mg
11.37%
Fiber:2.22g
8.87%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
6.99%
Vitamin A:294.22IU
5.88%
Folate:19.73µg
4.93%
Calcium:39.33mg
3.93%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious