Drumstick is one of the yummiest snacks loved by children, teenagers and adults. Drumstick is a healthy and nutritious snack. The savoury of chicken or duck drumsticks not only cherishes souls but also fulfils appetite. Besides ordering from restaurants, drumsticks can be prepared at home too. Let’s find out 5 delicious drumstick recipes for home kitchens.  

Food value of the Drumsticks

Drumsticks are enriched with various nutrients including vitamins A, B, C and K and minerals such as calcium, magnesium and iron. You will also get dietary fibre and protein from drumsticks. From 3-ounce duck drumsticks, you will get 0g carbs, 4.8g fat, 20.6g protein, and 132 calories and 100 g chicken drumsticks contain 155 calories, 24.2 g of protein, and 5.7 g of fat. 

5 Mouth-watering Drumstick Recipes 

Spicy Chicken Drumstick Recipe

Ingredients

8 medium chicken drumsticks, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons chilli powder, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Optional garnishes:

2 tablespoons chopped parsley, Pinch red pepper flakes.

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Instructions

First, prepare the to 400 degrees F. Meanwhile, dry the drumsticks with paper towels. Then arrange the drumsticks in a single layer on the baking sheet.

Now take a bowl to prepare the rub and mix well the olive oil, salt, chilli powder and cayenne pepper. Make a paste. Then coat the drumsticks nicely with this paste. 

Bake the drumsticks as long as the internal temperature should reach 165ºF and the juices run clear. Cover them with foil if required seems them to be darkening too fast on top. Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes and serve. 

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Spicy Baked Yoghurt Chicken Drumstick Recipe 

Ingredients

5 tbsp yoghurt, 1½ tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tsp chilli powder, 1 heaped tsp paprika, ½ tsp garam masala, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1½ tsp ground coriander, juice of ½ lemon, ½ tsp salt, 2 tbsp rice bran or vegetable oil, 10 chicken drumsticks, 2 tbsp oil lemon juice, yoghurt (to serve) 

Instructions

First, prepare the marinade by combining all the ingredients together in a bowl. Then marinate the chicken for the whole night. If you want to do it quickly, marinate for a minimum of 15 minutes. Then place the marinated chicken in an oiled baking dish and 

roast for 35–45 minutes in the preheated oven of 200°C. You need to cook as long as the drumsticks become golden brown in color. Finally, sprinkle with lemon juice and garnish with yogurt and serve. 

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Sticky, Spicy Drumstick Recipe

Ingredients

8 chicken drumsticks, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup, 1/4 cup vinegar, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 1 Tbsp. soy sauce, 1 Tbsp. other hot sauce, 2-3 cloves garlic, crushed

Instructions

First, take all ingredients except chicken drumsticks in a bowl and mix well. Then add the chicken drumsticks and coat them properly. Marinate for a minimum of 15 minutes, if you want to do it quickly.

Then place the marinated chicken in an oiled baking dish and roast for 50 minutes in the preheated oven of 200°C. You need to cook as long as the drumsticks become golden brown in colour. Garnish and serve. 

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Spicy chicken drumsticks with salad Recipe

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil, one tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, one tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp dried oregano. 1 tsp ground cumin, one tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp paprika, 20 butter, 1 tsp salt, one tsp ground black pepper, 8chicken drumsticks, 1red onion (finely chopped), 1tsp ginger (finely grated), 1 long red chilli, 1tsp dried chilli, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1tsp dried basil, 2tbsp sauce, ½ cup chicken stock, 1 tsp sugar, ½ cup coriander leaves, to serve

Ingredients for Salad

3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp ground black pepper, ½ red onion, finely chopped, 1 small tomato, finely chopped, 2tbsp chopped parsley, ½ cucumber, finely chopped, 3 avocados

Instructions

First, prepare the oven to 180˚C. Now heat the oil in a frying pan (ovenproof). Now put the turmeric, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, cumin, chilli powder, paprika, butter, salt and pepper and mix well. Then add the chicken drumsticks, onion, ginger, chilli, thyme, basil and sauce and stir so that everything mixes together. 

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Increase the heat and add the chicken stock, and the sugar and cook for 8 - 10 minutes. Now remove the pan from the stove and place it into the oven and cook as long as the drumsticks are cooked through.

Then prepare the salad by combining the salad ingredients. Garnish the drumsticks with coriander leaves and serve with the salad.

Spiced Duck Drumsticks Recipe

Ingredients

4 duck legs, 2 onions, 3 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, one teaspoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon ground chili, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon vinegar, pepper, and salt (as required).

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Instructions

First, season the drumsticks with pepper and salt. Then cook them for a few minutes on each side. Add the onion and garlic, the spices, and 2 tablespoons of honey. Then add the vinegar and a small layer of water if required. Cook on low heat for about 6 hours or in the oven for 2 hours. Garnish and serve with roasted potatoes. 

Bottom Line

So far, we have shared 5 delightful chicken and duck drumsticks recipes. You can try these recipes at home. The ingredients are easily available. However, you can customize the recipes depending on the price choice of your or your family members.

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