Lemon Chicken Drumsticks With Citrus Chili (Chilli) Salt

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 0
Lemon Chicken Drumsticks With Citrus Chili (Chilli) Salt
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 large hot red chili pepper , seeded , thinly sliced
1/2 cup flaked sea salt
1 teaspoon finely grated lime rind
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind
3 teaspoons finely grated orange rind
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup orange juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons runny honey
12 chicken drumsticks
12 basil leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
366
Sugar
7g
Fat
23g
Lemon Chicken Drumsticks With Citrus Chili (Chilli) Salt is a flavorful and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a dinner party. The chicken is marinated in a citrusy honey mixture that is tangy and sweet. The citrus chili salt adds an extra burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds singing. This dish is great served with a side salad or some roasted vegetables for a balanced meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2.Mix together the sliced chili, flaked salt, lime rind, lemon rind, and orange rind in a small bowl. Set aside.
3.In a separate bowl, mix together the lime juice, lemon juice, orange juice, olive oil, and honey.
4.Place the chicken drumsticks in a large baking dish, then pour the marinade over the chicken. Be sure that each drumstick is coated in the marinade.
5.Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until cooked through.
6.Once the chicken has cooked, remove it from the oven and sprinkle the citrus chili salt over the top of the drumsticks. Garnish with basil leaves and serve.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, and the chicken drumsticks are juicy and flavorful.

The citrus chili salt adds a unique burst of flavor to the dish.

CONS

The salt content of this dish may be too high for those on a low-sodium diet.

In addition, the honey in the marinade adds sugar to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein and is low in fat when the skin is removed.
Lemons and oranges are rich in vitamin C, which is an antioxidant that boosts the immune system.
Chili peppers contain capsaicin, which has been linked to reducing inflammation and aiding in weight loss. However, this particular recipe contains a small amount of chili peppers.

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