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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!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Additional Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings
Calories 433kcal
Author Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon, juiced)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne, optional
  • 12 chicken drumsticks (4-5 lbs)
  • Cilantro and lemon 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.
  • Add marinade to drumsticks (I use a zip-top bag but a bowl or baking dish would work as well). Let marinade for at least 30 minutes or up to 6 hours.
  • 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 18-20 minutes, turning once, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Nutrition Information calculated with 1 tablespoon olive oil since most of the marinade is discarded.

Nutrition

Serving: 2drumsticks | Calories: 433kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 231mg | Sodium: 533mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g