Chicken Drumsticks With Chimichurri Sauce
Is this chicken drumsticks with zesty chimichurri sauce the perfect summer dinner idea? It's flavorful, healthy, and packed with benefits for women's health. These chimichurri chicken drumsticks are a great way to enjoy juicy chicken with a bold, herbaceous twist
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr
Total Time1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Argentinian
Keyword: Chicken drumsticks with chimichurri sauce
Servings: 6
Calories: 477kcal
Season the Chicken: I add chicken drumsticks to the large bowl, as well as olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Rub to coat each piece thoroughly.Bake or Grill: For baking, Place the drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F at the thickest part of the meat. For grilling: Heat the grill grate to medium-high heat. Grill drumsticks for about 20–25 minutes, turning every 5–7 minutes until juices run clear.Make the Chimichurri: While the chicken cooks, add parsley, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, vinegar, lemon/lime juice, and olive oil to a food processor. Pulse until you get a slightly chunky sauce. Season to taste.Serve: Drizzle the chimichurri generously over the drumsticks- or serve it as a dipping sauce on the side. Save extra sauce in an airtight container for next time or for another meat dish.
Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 362mg | Potassium: 448mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 1566IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg