Grilled Chicken Shawarma Drumsticks
These flavorful grilled chicken shawarma drumsticks are going to become a summertime favorite! With the flavors of chicken shawarma that you know and love, you'll be putting this recipe into regular rotation!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne, optional
- 12 chicken drumsticks (4 to 5 pounds)
- fresh cilantro and lemon wedges (if desired for serving)
Instructions
- In a measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, turmeric, pepper, cumin, coriander, and cayenne.¼ cup fresh lemon juice , ¼ cup olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon ground coriander, ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne, optional
- Add marinade to drumsticks (I use a zip-top bag but a bowl or baking dish would work as well). Refrigerate. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to 6 hours.12 chicken drumsticks
- When ready to grill, heat grill to medium heat. Remove drumsticks from marinade, letting excess drip off. Place drumsticks on grill and cover grill. Grill for 18 to 20 minutes, turning once, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges, if desired.
Notes
- Chicken: You can use chicken thighs or boneless skinless chicken if you prefer. Grilling time may be slightly different.
- Air fryer: Preheat air fryer to 400ºF. Arrange marinated drumsticks in a single layer in the air fryer. Cook for 10 minutes, turn drumsticks over, and cook for another 8 to 10 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF.
- Storage & reheating: Refrigerate leftover chicken drumsticks for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 4 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Individual portions can be reheated in the microwave at 50% power until warmed through. Don't overheat the drumsticks because they tend to get tough in the microwave. Larger amounts can be wrapped in foil and heated in a 350°F oven for ten to fifteen minutes or until hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 2drumsticks | Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 546mg | Potassium: 374mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 142IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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