Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Vegetables

Hello, friends! Today, I’d like to share a wonderfully simple recipe that’s both delicious and quick to prepare: grilled chicken drumsticks with vegetables. Sometimes, we all have those days when we’re short on time and inspiration for cooking. That’s exactly where I found myself one day—craving something with chicken but not in the mood to whip up anything complicated. I grabbed a pack of drumsticks on my way home, and after staring at them for a moment, I had a “brilliant” idea: why not throw them on the grill? And that’s how this easy, flavorful meal came together.

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Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Vegetables

This simple and delicious recipe features grilled chicken drumsticks paired with buttery sautéed vegetables. The chicken is scored, seasoned, and grilled until perfectly cooked, while the vegetables are quickly prepared in a pan with butter for a flavorful and crisp side. Serve hot, and add a touch of balsamic vinegar or lemon juice for extra zest. It's an easy, wholesome meal that's perfect for any day!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Main courses

Cuisine International

Servings 4

Difficulty Easy

Equipment

1 grill pan

1 pan

1 aluminum foil optional

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 1 kg chicken drumsticks
• ▢ 500 g frozen vegetables your favorite vegetables
• ▢ 50 g butter
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 1/2 tsp salt to taste
• ▢ 1/2 tsp ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Start by scoring the chicken drumsticks with a knife, cutting down to the bone. This ensures they cook evenly—no more burnt outsides and raw insides! Once scored, rub them lightly with olive oil and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
• Preheat your grill until it’s nice and hot. I used a stovetop grill, but any grill will work. The drumsticks should sizzle as soon as they hit the surface—that’s how you know it’s hot enough. Grill them evenly on all sides, keeping a close eye to prevent burning. (Be prepared for a little smoke in the kitchen!)

  Once the drumsticks are perfectly grilled, transfer them to a dish and cover with aluminum foil. Place the shiny side of the foil facing down toward the food to keep the heat in while the drumsticks rest.
• For the veggies, melt the butter in a pan over medium heat, then immediately toss in your frozen vegetables. Cover the pan and let them cook for a few minutes, then remove the lid to let any excess water evaporate. Don’t overcook them—you want the vegetables to stay crisp and retain their flavor and nutrients.
• Serve the chicken drumsticks hot alongside the vegetables. For an extra touch of flavor, I love drizzling balsamic vinegar or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the veggies. I highly recommend trying it!

  Enjoy your meal!

Nutrition

Calories: 499kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 34gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 181mgSodium: 608mgPotassium: 645mgFiber: 5gSugar: 0.01gVitamin A: 6738IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 2mg

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