These honey lemon garlic chicken drumsticks scream summer! They go great with just about anything. The dijon mustard combined with the raw honey, garlic and tangy lemon makes for the BEST combination. With this recipe, you can have dinner on the table in 30 minutes.
Ingredients:
- Honey-I like raw honey from Costco.
- Lemon-I like to roll them prior to using them to help get the juices flowing.
- Garlic-Fresh garlic over dried garlic any day!
- Chicken drumsticks-You can use chicken thighs or chicken breast, however that may impact the grilling times slightly. I love to get all of my protein from Butcher Box. Every month they send me a monthly supply of the best quality proteins. If you use this link HERE you can save on your first box.
- Dijon mustard-I love the dijon and honey mix, however if you are in the elimination phase of the autoimmune protocol/ AIP skip the dijon.
- Avocado oil-This is a great oil for grilling because it has a high smoke point and not much of a taste, however any kind of oil will work.
- Garlic powder-To season the drumsticks.
- Sea salt-To add flavor.
To garnish: (OPTIONAL)
- Red pepper flakes-If you like a kick. Skip this for AIP.
- Fresh herbs-I like chives and green onions.
How to make honey lemon garlic chicken drumsticks:
- First, coat the drumsticks in avocado oil, garlic powder and sea salt.
- Next, preheat the grill to 350.
- Add the chicken to the grill and grill for 10 minutes, then flip and grill for another 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
- While the chicken drumsticks are cooking, mix up the sauce by placing all ingredients in a bowl.
- Once the drumsticks are cooked, place them on a plate and pour the marinade over the chicken. Garnish with fresh herbs
How do you know if chicken is cooked thoroughly?
- I always temp my meats after cooking them. It is the best way to know if it is done. Chicken can be tricky because sometimes it looks raw when it is actually cooked. Chicken should reach 165 degrees F. I love this meat thermometer HERE.
Can I use chicken breasts or thighs?
- Yes! You do not have to use drumsticks, you can use any kind of chicken.
What should I serve this with?
We love eating this recipe with so many sides! They are great for a summer cookout and go well paired with:
- Cucumber Watermelon Salad
- Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
- Strawberry Poppyseed Salad
- Crispy Mini Potatoes
- Whole30 Coleslaw
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Honey Lemon Garlic Chicken
Servings 5 people
613kcal
Cost $20
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Equipment
- Grill or baking sheet
Ingredients
For the drumsticks:
- 4 pounds chicken drumsticks I like Butcher Box! Use my link to save on your first order. You can also use chicken breasts, thighs, or wings.
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
For the sauce:
- 1/2 cup dijon mustard skip for AIP
- 2 whole lemons juiced
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- 1/2 cup avocado oil
Garnishes (OPTIONAL)
- red pepper flakes omit for AIP
- green onions
- chives
Instructions
- Heat up the grill to 400. If you do not have a grill, preheat the oven to 400. Mix the drumsticks with the oil, salt, and garlic powder. Lay the chicken in a single layer on the grill or on a baking sheet. Cook for 15 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees F.
- While the chicken is cooking, mix the sauce with a whisk. Once the chicken is done, either use the sauce to dip or to pour over the chicken. Garnish with red pepper, chives, or green onion if desired.
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Notes
Quick and easy summer chicken drumstick recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Honey Lemon Garlic Chicken
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 613
Calories from Fat 315
% Daily Value*
Fat 35g54%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g
Monounsaturated Fat 17g
Cholesterol 224mg75%
Sodium 779mg34%
Potassium 628mg18%
Carbohydrates 32g11%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 28g31%
Protein 44g88%
Vitamin A 130IU3%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 49mg5%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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SO delicious!!!!! Such a great and easy recipe that my husband loved. It’s not often that I can find AIP friendly recipes for the both of us. This one will def be joining our weekly rotation. I used organic chicken breast tenders and ate it with a side salad of spinach + avocado. YUM!
Wahoo! Makes me so happy to hear!
So Good!!!! – I had seen this recipe and had it in mind – I did not have chicken legs , but used boneless skinless chicken breasts!!! – WOW.. full of flavor – family loved it and said this is a keeper! – Thank you for a great full flavor marinade.. I think I will try it on boneless pork ribs next!