Jalapeno-Lime Chicken Drumsticks
Jalapeno-Lime Chicken Drumsticks are a vibrant and flavorful dish that elevates any meal. Marinated in zesty lime and spicy jalapenos, these juicy drumsticks are grilled to perfection, resulting in a tempting combination of smokiness and tang. Perfect for game day, summer barbecues, or simply spicing up a weeknight dinner, this recipe guarantees to impress your family and friends while being easy enough for novice cooks to master.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 5 (2 drumsticks per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 chicken drumsticks
- 3 fresh jalapenos, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped cilantro (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced jalapenos, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken drumsticks to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C).
- Grill drumsticks for 7-10 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and has nice grill marks.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight. You can substitute jalapenos with milder peppers like poblano if preferred. Serve with sides like avocado crema or cilantro-lime rice for a complete meal.