Best 3 Grilled Turkey Drumsticks Recipes
Grilled turkey drumsticks are a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed all year round. They are a great option for a weeknight meal or a special occasion, and they can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer to grill them over charcoal or gas, or even in the oven, there is a recipe out there for you. With the right marinade or rub, your grilled turkey drumsticks will be juicy and tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. So grab a few drumsticks and let's get cooking!
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
GRILLED TURKEY DRUMSTICKS
Make and share this Grilled Turkey Drumsticks recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Poultry
Time 9h40m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place turkey drumsticks in a large shallow dish.
- Combine remaining ingredients, stirring well.
- Pour over drumsticks, cover and marinate in refrigerator 8 hours, turning drumsticks occasionally.
- Drain drumsticks, reserving marinade.
- Wrap each drumstick and 1/4 cup marinade in heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- Grill over medium coals 1 hour, turning after 30 minutes.
- Remove foil, reserving marinade.
- Return drumsticks to grill, and continue cooking 30-40 minutes, basting frequently with reserved marinade.
GRILLED HULI HULI TURKEY DRUMSTICKS
I'm never one to do things traditionally, so when it came time to hosting Thanksgiving, I went in a completely tropical direction. Borrowing my favorite Hawaiian chicken recipe, I substituted turkey legs and have never looked back. -Jacyn Siebert, San Francisco, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix the first 6 ingredients. Reserve 1-1/3 cups for basting; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a large baking dish. Add drumsticks and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Drain turkey, discarding marinade. Place turkey on greased grill rack. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat, 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 175°,. Turn drumsticks occasionally throughout cooking. Baste often with reserved marinade during the last 10 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes; garnish with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 20g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 171mg cholesterol, Sodium 671mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 57g protein.
GRILLED SPICY CHIPOTLE BARBECUE TURKEY DRUMSTICKS
Apricot preserves balances the spicy taste of chipotle chile in a delicious basting sauce.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In 1-quart saucepan, cook onion and water over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender. Stir in barbecue sauce, preserves, chile and salt. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Reserve 3 tablespoons sauce.
- Cover and grill drumsticks over medium-low heat 25 to 30 minutes, turning frequently and brushing with sauce during last 5 minutes, until juice of turkey is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (180°F).
- Serve drumsticks with reserved 3 tablespoons sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey is cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Marinate the turkey drumsticks for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will help to infuse them with flavor.
- Grill the turkey drumsticks over medium heat, turning them every few minutes, until they are cooked through. This should take about 20-25 minutes.
- Let the turkey drumsticks rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- Serve the turkey drumsticks with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or stuffing.
Conclusion:
Grilled turkey drumsticks are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. With a little planning and preparation, you can have grilled turkey drumsticks that are moist, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.
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