CHIPOTLE BARBECUE PULLED TURKEY DRUMSTICK SLIDERS WITH BRUSSELS SPROUT SLAW

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Turkey drumsticks do not take kindly to the dry heat of an oven, which causes the meat to tighten up around the bone and tendons. But treat those same drumsticks to a long, slow, moist braise in barbecue sauce, and the meat falls off the bones, revealing tough tendons so numerous, you won't believe it.

Provided by Kemp Minifie

Categories     Sandwich     turkey     Braise     Super Bowl     Thanksgiving     Vinegar     Winter     Tailgating     Family Reunion     Poker/Game Night     Brussels Sprout     Chile Pepper     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 3 cups, enough for 16 sliders

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 to 3 pounds turkey drumsticks
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 to 3 tablespoons finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo, including some sauce (see Cooks' Notes)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon molasses
1/2 cup water
Freshly ground black pepper
16 slider rolls (or other small, soft buns), split
Brussels Sprout Slaw
Special Equipment
A 3 1/2- to 5-quart wide Dutch oven or other wide heavy pot with tight-fitting lid

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Remove turkey skin.
  • Cook onion in oil with 1/2 teaspoon salt in Dutch oven over medium heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until well softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Add garlic and spices and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Stir in ketchup, vinegar, chiles, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, and 1/2 cup water and simmer mixture, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Add drumsticks and cover pot, then braise in oven, turning drumsticks over once, until meat is very tender, about 2 hours.
  • Transfer drumsticks to a bowl and cool. Discard bones, tendons, and any remaining skin, and pull meat with forks or fingers into coarse shreds.
  • Stir meat into sauce remaining in pot. Thin, if necessary, with water to desired consistency and season with salt and pepper. Reheat over medium heat until hot.
  • Spoon mixture into slider rolls and top with slaw.

Sophia Angelis
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These sliders were easy to make and turned out great! The turkey was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and smoky. The Brussels sprout slaw was a nice addition, adding a bit of crunch and freshness to the sliders. I would definitely recomm


Sonyjay Jay
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I made these sliders for my family and they were a big hit! Everyone loved the smoky flavor of the chipotle barbecue sauce and the tenderness of the turkey. The Brussels sprout slaw was also a great addition, adding a bit of crunch and freshness to t


waqas khuwa waqas khuwa
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These sliders were delicious! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful without being too spicy. The Brussels sprout slaw was also a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a fun and easy meal.


MKFM Gaming
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I'm not usually a fan of turkey, but these sliders changed my mind! The chipotle barbecue sauce was amazing, and the turkey was so moist and tender. I also loved the Brussels sprout slaw. It was a great way to add some extra veggies to the meal.


Kazi Yasin
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I made these sliders for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. The turkey was tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfectly smoky and sweet. The Brussels sprout slaw was also a great addition, adding a nice crunch and freshness to th


Wamiq Khan
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These are the best turkey sliders I've ever had! The chipotle barbecue sauce is amazing, and the turkey is so moist and flavorful. The Brussels sprout slaw is also a great addition, adding a bit of crunch and freshness. I will definitely be making th


Sk Munna
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These sliders were easy to make and turned out great! The turkey was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and smoky. The Brussels sprout slaw was a nice addition, adding a bit of crunch and freshness to the sliders. I would definitely recomm


Stanley Dave
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I made these sliders for my family and they were a big hit! Everyone loved the smoky flavor of the chipotle barbecue sauce and the tenderness of the turkey. The Brussels sprout slaw was also a great addition, adding a bit of crunch and freshness to t


Subhan Islam
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These sliders were delicious! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful without being too spicy. The Brussels sprout slaw was also a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a fun and easy meal.


Aejaz Ahmad
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I'm not usually a fan of turkey, but these sliders changed my mind! The chipotle barbecue sauce was amazing, and the turkey was so moist and tender. I also loved the Brussels sprout slaw. It was a great way to add some extra veggies to the meal.


paul trotter
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I made these sliders for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. The turkey was tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfectly smoky and sweet. The Brussels sprout slaw was also a great addition, adding a nice crunch and freshness to th


mst Bushra
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The Chipotle Barbecue Pulled Turkey Drumstick Sliders were a delicious and easy meal! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the Brussels sprout slaw was a refreshing and tangy complement. I will definitely be making these again.


Raheem Gaba
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These sliders were easy to make and turned out great! The turkey was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and smoky. The Brussels sprout slaw was a nice addition, adding a bit of crunch and freshness to the sliders. I would definitely recomm


Brha Nova
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I made these sliders for my family and they were a big hit! Everyone loved the smoky flavor of the chipotle barbecue sauce and the tenderness of the turkey. The Brussels sprout slaw was also a great addition, adding a bit of crunch and freshness to t


Manoj sri prabath
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These sliders were delicious! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful without being too spicy. The Brussels sprout slaw was also a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a fun and easy meal.


Neloy Ahmed
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I'm not usually a fan of turkey, but these sliders changed my mind! The chipotle barbecue sauce was amazing, and the turkey was so moist and tender. I also loved the Brussels sprout slaw. It was a great way to add some extra veggies to the meal.


Obaidual Khan
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I made these sliders for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The turkey was tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfectly smoky and sweet. The Brussels sprout slaw was also a great addition, adding a nice crunch and freshness


Ciara Kendall Grandfield
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These Chipotle Barbecue Pulled Turkey Drumstick Sliders were a hit at my party! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the Brussels sprout slaw was a refreshing and tangy complement. I will definitely be making these again.