Best 3 Grilled Chicken Drumsticks With Savory Caramel Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Grilled chicken is a staple dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. By adding a savory caramel glaze, you can easily transform this classic dish into something extraordinary. With its combination of sweet and savory flavors, this dish tantalizes taste buds and leaves you wanting more. Whether you're having a casual family dinner or hosting a party, this recipe for grilled chicken drumsticks with savory caramel is sure to impress.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS WITH SAVORY CARAMEL



Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Savory Caramel image

Cooking the chicken legs over indirect heat gives them time to render fully and start to crisp so they won't become gluey when glazed.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Kid-Friendly     Chicken     Butterscotch/Caramel     Grill/Barbecue     Grill     Summer     Lemongrass     Cumin     Small Plates

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Vegetable oil (for grill)
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
1 lemongrass stalk, top third trimmed, tough outer layers removed, finely grated
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
2 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
3 Tbsp. fish sauce
12 large chicken drumsticks (about 3 lb.)
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for high indirect heat (for a gas grill, leave one or two burners off; for a charcoal grill, bank coals on one side); oil grate. Bring garlic, lemongrass, sugar, vinegar, red pepper flakes, cumin, black pepper, and 1/2 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring occasionally, and cook until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 8 minutes. Let cool and stir in fish sauce. Transfer half of sauce to a small bowl and set aside for serving.
  • Season chicken with salt. Place over indirect heat and cover grill with vent open (if you have one) and positioned over chicken. Grill, turning once or twice, until skin is browned and crisp and meat is nearly cooked through, 25-30 minutes. Uncover and move chicken to hotter part of grill. Continue to grill, turning often and basting with remaining sauce, until lacquered and lightly charred in places, 6-8 minutes longer. Serve with reserved sauce alongside.

EASY GRILLED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS



Easy Grilled Chicken Drumsticks image

Add a little flavor to your chicken drumsticks that kids and husbands will love! Quick and easy, and great for summer!

Provided by Jesska77

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Leg Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 chicken drumsticks
olive oil as needed
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place chicken drumsticks into a resealable bag; add olive oil to coat. Add ranch dressing mix, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Close the bag and mix until drumsticks are covered. Let marinate in the refrigerator, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove chicken from the bag; discard marinade.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into a drumstick reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the grill and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 63.9 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 592.1 mg

GRILLED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS



Grilled Chicken Drumsticks image

I use this marinade on grilled chicken drumsticks. I served it alongside homemade tortillas and guacamole, as well as Spanish rice.

Provided by Sinny

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Leg Recipes

Time 20h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 yellow onion, chopped
½ white onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, sliced
16 chicken drumsticks
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 large lemons

Steps:

  • Mix yellow onion, white onion, and garlic together in a bowl.
  • Season chicken drumsticks with cilantro, oregano, cumin, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place chicken into the bowl with onion mixture. Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken, slice the rinds, and place into the same bowl. Cover and let sit in a refrigerator, 20 to 24 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into a drumstick reads at least 180 degrees F (82 degrees C), 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 74.5 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken drumsticks. Look for drumsticks that are evenly sized and have a good amount of meat on them.
  • Marinate the chicken drumsticks for at least 30 minutes. This will help them to stay moist and flavorful during cooking.
  • Use a grill pan or a regular grill to cook the chicken drumsticks. If you are using a grill pan, preheat it over medium heat. If you are using a regular grill, preheat it to medium-high heat.
  • Cook the chicken drumsticks for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through. Be sure to turn them over halfway through cooking.
  • Make the savory caramel sauce while the chicken drumsticks are cooking. This sauce is easy to make and adds a delicious flavor to the chicken.
  • Serve the chicken drumsticks with the savory caramel sauce and your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Grilled chicken drumsticks with savory caramel sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner. The chicken drumsticks are marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs, then grilled until cooked through. The savory caramel sauce is made with brown sugar, butter, and soy sauce, and it adds a delicious glaze to the chicken. Serve the chicken drumsticks with your favorite sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Related Topics