Description
Tender, juicy butterflied chicken drumsticks grilled with aromatic garlic butter. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
8 chicken drumsticks
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
Optional marinade: 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
1. Butterfly the chicken drumsticks by making a slit along the bone and opening the meat
2. In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika
3. Optional: Marinate drumsticks in lemon juice and olive oil for 30-60 minutes
4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat
5. Brush garlic butter mixture over drumsticks and place on grill
6. Cook 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F
7. During last minutes, baste with remaining garlic butter
8. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked
Rest chicken for a few minutes before serving
Add smoked paprika for extra smoky flavor
Avoid overcrowding the grill for even cooking
Keep an eye on temperature to prevent drying out
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grill / Oven
- Cuisine: American