Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks
Delicious barbecue chicken drumsticks marinated with a tangy and flavorful mix.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 16 chicken drumsticks
- 1.5 tbsp tomato sauce or tomato puree
- 14 ml soy sauce
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1.5 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp wholegrain mustard
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 orange juice and zest
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix all the marinade ingredients together in a large bowl and season well with pepper.
- Place the chicken drumsticks into the bowl and stir around until all the drumsticks are coated with the sauce.
- Cover the bowl with cling film and place on the bottom shelf of the fridge to marinate for at least a couple of hours.
- Light the barbeque or preheat the oven to 200°C / 400°F / Gas Mark 6.
- Cook the chicken for at least 30 minutes turning regularly making sure that the chicken cooks evenly on all sides.
- Before serving, check that the chicken is properly cooked by removing it from the heat and cutting into the thickest part of it with a clean knife to ensure that it is piping hot all the way through and there is no pink meat remaining and the juices run clear.
Notes
Perfect for summer barbecues or a hearty family meal. Serve with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete dish.
Nutrition per Serving
Calories: 538kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 54gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 279mgSodium: 563mgPotassium: 776mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 239IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 2mg
Source
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