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A pile of perfectly grilled lemon garlic drumsticks with char marks on a white plate, ready for a cookout.

Lemon Garlic Drumsticks

These lemon garlic drumsticks are perfect for your next family cookout. They are easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Drumsticks
  • 6 Chicken drumsticks
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Large bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk together to create the marinade.
  2. Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl with the marinade. Toss to coat each drumstick evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the drumsticks from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
  5. Place the drumsticks on the preheated grill. Grill for about 15 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove the drumsticks from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of garlic and lemon juice to your preference. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.

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