Grilled Lemon-Oregano Chicken Drumsticks

Name: Grilled Lemon-Oregano Chicken Drumsticks
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh oregano; 2 cloves garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1½ teaspoons coarse kosher salt; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel; 8 pieces chicken drumsticks

Succulent chicken drumsticks marinated in a bright Mediterranean blend of fresh lemon, oregano, and garlic, then grilled to golden perfection.

4 servings

1 hr

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
•2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh oregano
•2 cloves garlic cloves
•1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
•1½ teaspoons coarse kosher salt
•1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
•8 pieces chicken drumsticks

Cooking Instructions

1.
Whisk first 6 ingredients in small bowl. Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper. Pour marinade into 1-gallon resealable plastic bag; add chicken and seal. Turn bag to coat chicken. Marinate at room temperature 30 minutes or in refrigerator up to 2 days, turning occasionally.
30 min
2.
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Place chicken, with some marinade still clinging, on grill rack; grill chicken until cooked through and golden brown on all sides, turning frequently, about 30 minutes. Transfer to plates and serve.
30 min