Best 4 Grilled Firecracker Chicken Drummies Recipes

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Firecracker chicken drummies are a tantalizing appetizer or main course that packs a flavorful punch. These crispy, golden-brown chicken drumsticks are coated in a sweet and spicy sauce made with brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. The combination of flavors creates an irresistible explosion in your mouth with every bite.

This recipe provides detailed instructions for preparing the firecracker chicken drummies, including tips for achieving the perfect crispy texture and ensuring the sauce is well-balanced. Additionally, the article includes a recipe for a refreshing cucumber salad that complements the spicy chicken perfectly. For those who prefer a vegetarian option, there's a recipe for firecracker tofu that delivers the same sweet and spicy flavors without the chicken.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EASY GRILLED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS



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Add a little flavor to your chicken drumsticks that kids and husbands will love! Quick and easy, and great for summer!

Provided by Jesska77

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Leg Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 chicken drumsticks
olive oil as needed
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place chicken drumsticks into a resealable bag; add olive oil to coat. Add ranch dressing mix, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Close the bag and mix until drumsticks are covered. Let marinate in the refrigerator, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove chicken from the bag; discard marinade.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into a drumstick reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the grill and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 63.9 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 592.1 mg

GRILLED SEASONED CHICKEN DRUMMIES



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A creamy yogurt and cucumber dip complements hot-off-the-grill chicken drummies.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups Yoplait® plain yogurt (from 32 oz container)
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic salt
20 to 24 chicken drummettes (about 2 lb)
1/4 cup shredded peeled cucumber
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In large bowl, mix 1/2 cup of the yogurt, the curry powder, paprika and garlic salt. Add chicken, stirring to coat all surfaces. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix remaining yogurt and remaining ingredients.
  • Place chicken on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 8 to 12 minutes, turning once or twice, until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (180°F). Serve with yogurt dip. Sprinkle dip with additional chopped fresh mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

GRILLED GLAZED DRUMMIES



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My family prefers these mild-tasting chicken wings more than the traditional hot wings. They are great for any gathering. -Laura Mahaffey, Annapolis, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
4 teaspoons honey
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3 pounds fresh or frozen chicken drumettes, thawed
Optional: Sliced green onions and ranch dressing

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Pour 1 cup marinade into a large shallow dish. Add the chicken; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until juices run clear, turning and basting occasionally with reserved marinade. If desired, top with sliced green onions and serve with ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.

GRILLED FIRECRACKER CHICKEN



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Seems like a lot of Asian dishes are named "Firecracker" and I don't want to confuse you. This isn't Asian, rather, it was inspired by the name of the song that was playing when I first made the marinade.

Provided by TooAllergic

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup apricot jam
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 jalapeno pepper, chopped (take out seeds if you don't like it H.O.T.)
4 (5 ounce) chicken breasts
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 avocado, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Fire up that grill!
  • Puree the first 5 ingredients. Place about 1/2 of this in a zipper bag with the chicken breasts and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Combine the next 5 ingredients and season. Keep cool and covered until serving.
  • When Chicken is marinated, remove from the bag, season with salt and pepper and grill for about 6 minutes per side( you should know your grill). Use the remaining-fresh marinade to baste the chicken as it grills or as sauce when it is done. It will get nice and dark (I love the charred sugar smell from the jelly).
  • Serve with the dressed avocado and tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.9, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 90.7, Sodium 211.7, Carbohydrate 22.9, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 10.5, Protein 31.7

Tips:

  • To ensure your chicken drummies are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, marinate them in a mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, and spices for at least 30 minutes.
  • If you don't have time to marinate the chicken, you can simply brush it with the marinade before grilling.
  • Cook the chicken drummies over medium heat to prevent them from burning.
  • Flip the chicken drummies halfway through cooking to ensure they cook evenly.
  • If you're using a gas grill, you can create a firecracker effect by wrapping the chicken drummies in bacon and grilling them over high heat.
  • Serve the chicken drummies with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Grilled firecracker chicken drummies are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook chicken, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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