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6 Irresistible Spicy Chicken Drumsticks That Wow Every Time

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Spicy grilled chicken drumsticks served with flavorful golden rice, a perfect one-plate dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 6 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup spicy BBQ sauce or peri-peri sauce
  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • ½ small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, spices, salt, pepper, and BBQ or peri-peri sauce. Coat drumsticks thoroughly and marinate at least 30 minutes (up to overnight for best flavor).
  2. Heat oil or butter in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic, turmeric, paprika, and salt. Stir in rice and toast for 1 minute.
  3. Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 15–18 minutes until rice is fluffy. Stir in chopped herbs.
  4. Grill drumsticks over medium heat for 25–30 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and cooked through. Oven option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 35–40 minutes, broiling the last 5 minutes for char.
  5. Spoon golden rice onto a platter, top with grilled drumsticks, and garnish with extra herbs.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add more chili powder or hot sauce to the marinade.
  • Use leftover rice for meal prep or fried rice the next day.
  • Chicken can be grilled or baked based on preference.

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