BUTTERFLIED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
Looking for a fun new way to enjoy chicken on the grill? These butterflied chicken drumsticks are a BBQ game-changer. Juicy, flavourful, and quick to cook, they’re perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts. Made with high-quality Canadian chicken from Halenda’s Meats, this recipe is all about keeping it simple, local, and delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
If you’re looking for an easy and delicious way to level up your grilling game, butterflied chicken drumsticks are the answer. This simple method helps the chicken cook faster and more evenly while giving you more crispy skin and flavour in every bite. Perfect for weekend BBQs, quick weeknight dinners, or feeding a crowd.
Thanks, Kara from ScaleandTailor, for this awesome recipe!
Why Drumsticks Work So Well on the Grill
Chicken drumsticks are full of flavour and super forgiving on the BBQ. They hold up well to high heat and are ideal for bold seasoning. When butterflied, they cook faster, absorb more flavour, and look pretty impressive too. It’s a small trick with big results.
Ingredients
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Halenda’s Chicken drumsticks (use as many as you like)
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Poultry rub or your favourite seasoning
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Paper towels
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Sharp knife or kitchen shears
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Cutting board
Why Halenda’s Meats
You should choose Halenda’s Meats because quality matters. Our chicken is locally sourced and when you buy from Halenda’s, you’re getting premium Canadian meats while supporting a business that cares about its customers and community.
Shopping local helps you support Ontario farmers and enjoy meats that are prepared with pride and tradition.
The Final Bite
Butterflied chicken drumsticks are a fun twist on a BBQ classic. They’re quick, flavourful, and easy to customize with your favourite seasonings. Pair with grilled veggies or a fresh salad for the perfect summer meal.
For more chicken recipes and weekly deals, visit Halenda’s Meats in store or sign up for our weekly e-flyer. Let’s fire up the grill and keep it local.
BUTTERFLIED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
Ingredients
- Halenda's Meats Chicken Drumsticks (as many as you'd like)
- Your favourite poultry rub or seasoning
- A sharp knife or kitchen shears
- Cutting board
- Paper towels
Instructions
- Prep the Drumsticks: Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels. This helps get a crispier skin.
- Locate the Bone: Place the drumstick on a cutting board with the thicker side facing up. Feel for the bone running down the center.
- Make the Cut: Using a sharp knife or kitchen shears, cut along one side of the bone lengthwise. Don’t cut all the way through, you just want to open the drumstick like a book.
- Flatten It Out: Gently press down to flatten the meat slightly. You can remove small pieces of sinew or extra fat if you like.
- Season: Now that the chicken is butterflied, it’s the perfect canvas for bold flavours. Use your favourite marinade, spice rub, or simply salt and pepper.
- BBQ Preheat your grill to 400 degrees. Grill each butterflied chicken drumstick till an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
- Butterflied chicken drumsticks usually take about 15 to 20 minutes on a BBQ preheated to 400°F.
- Grill skin-side down first for about 6 to 8 minutes, until nicely browned.Flip and continue grilling for another 7 to 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F at the thickest part.Eat as is, or add BBQ sauce. Enjoy!
