Boiled Chicken Drumsticks
Discover the ultimate guide to perfectly tender and flavorful **Boiled Chicken Drumsticks**, a versatile and healthy recipe that's as simple as it is satisfying. These drumsticks are simmered in a fragrant broth infused with **aromatic ingredients** like garlic, onion, bay leaves, parsley, and black peppercorns, creating succulent meat infused with natural seasonings. With just **10 minutes of prep time** and a hands-off **40-minute cook**, this recipe delivers juicy, moist drumsticks that are perfect as a standalone dish or as a protein-packed addition to soups, salads, or meal preps. Whether you’re aiming for quick weeknight dinners or a healthier alternative to fried chicken, this recipe checks all the boxes. Its easy process and minimal ingredients make it approachable for beginners while delivering top-notch flavor for all to enjoy. Best of all, this crowd-pleasing dish serves four, so it’s ideal for families or meal planning!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
- 8 cups water
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 2 leaves bay leaves
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 medium, quartered onion
- 5 sprigs parsley
Instructions
Rinse the chicken drumsticks under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large stockpot, combine the water, salt, black peppercorns, bay leaves, garlic cloves, onion quarters, and parsley sprigs.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, carefully add the chicken drumsticks to the pot.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the pot with a lid.
Simmer the drumsticks for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the meat is tender.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the drumsticks from the pot, allowing any excess liquid to drain back into the pot.
Let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes before serving or incorporating them into other dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.9 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 7704 mg | 335% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 179.3 g | 359% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1965 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
