Spicy Grilled Chicken Drumsticks (Printable Version)
Tender chicken infused with bold spices and yogurt, grilled until smoky and charred. Spicy, juicy, crowd-pleasing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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8–10 chicken drumsticks
→ Marinade
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250 ml plain yogurt
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30 ml fresh lemon juice
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15 ml ginger paste
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15 ml garlic paste
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7.5 ml red chili powder
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5 ml turmeric powder
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7.5 ml ground cumin
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7.5 ml ground coriander
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5 ml garam masala
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Salt to taste
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30 ml vegetable oil
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15 ml paprika
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15 ml crushed chili flakes (optional)
→ Garnish and Serving
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Green bell peppers, sliced (optional)
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Onion rings (optional)
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Fresh coriander or lemon wedges (optional)
# Steps To Follow:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger paste, garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, salt, vegetable oil, paprika, and chili flakes if desired. Whisk until smooth.
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Make deep incisions on chicken drumsticks to enhance flavor absorption. Coat thoroughly with the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or preferably overnight.
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For grilling: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Cook drumsticks for 25–30 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and cooked through. For oven roasting: Preheat oven to 220°C. Place drumsticks on a wire rack over a baking tray and roast for 35–40 minutes, turning halfway.
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Arrange drumsticks atop sautéed onion rings and bell peppers if desired. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves or lemon wedges before serving.
# Notes and Tips:
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Marinating the chicken overnight maximizes tenderness and depth of flavor.
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Use gloves when handling chili to avoid skin irritation.
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Control heat intensity by reducing or omitting chili flakes.