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Lemon Myrtle Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

Lemon Myrtle Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

A bright, citrusy, tender chicken drumstick recipe infused with Australian lemon myrtle, yoghurt, honey, and garlic. Simple to prepare, full of flavor, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Australian, Modern Australian
Calories: 299
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large Chicken drumsticks Pat dry
  • ¾ cup Greek yoghurt Thick style
  • 1.5 Tbsp Olive oil
  • 1.5 Tbsp Lemon myrtle seasoning Or Dusty Chicken Poultry Rub
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • ⅓ lemon Lemon juice Fresh
  • 1 Tbsp Honey Plus extra for glaze

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl For marinade
  • 1 Roasting tray Lined with baking paper
  • 1 Tongs For flipping
  • 1 Brush For glaze
  • 1 Meat thermometer Optional

Method
 

Step 1
  1. In a big bowl, mix yoghurt, olive oil, lemon myrtle seasoning, garlic, lemon juice, and honey until smooth.
    Lemon Myrtle Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Step 2
  1. Coat the chicken drumsticks thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
    Lemon Myrtle Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Step 3
  1. Preheat oven to 200°C fan (220°C conventional). Arrange drumsticks on a lined tray.
    Lemon Myrtle Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Step 4
  1. Roast for 40–45 minutes, flipping once halfway, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp ~74°C).
    Lemon Myrtle Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Step 5
  1. Optional: Brush a little extra honey during the last 5 minutes for a glossy finish.
    Lemon Myrtle Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Step 6
  1. Rest for 5 minutes and serve warm.
    Lemon Myrtle Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

Notes

Pairs beautifully with couscous, roasted vegetables, salads, or warm flatbread wraps. Also great on the BBQ—just cook low and slow and turn often.