Whole30 Boiled Chicken Drumsticks
Transform your weeknight dinners with this simple yet satisfying Whole30 Boiled Chicken Drumsticks recipe! Bursting with flavor and perfectly tender, these drumsticks are simmered in a fragrant broth of fresh vegetables, aromatics like garlic and onion, and savory spices, including bay leaves and peppercorns. The recipe is an ideal choice for those following a Whole30 or clean-eating lifestyle, offering a nutritious, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal that's ready in under an hour. With minimal prep, this comforting dish is perfect for busy schedules, and the nutrient-rich broth can also double as a delicious soup base. Serve the drumsticks with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a wholesome and satisfying meal the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks
- 1 large Onion
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 large Carrot
- 2 pieces Celery stalks
- 1 bunch Fresh parsley
- 2 leaves Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 2 teaspoons Sea salt
- 12 cups Water
Instructions
Peel and quarter the onion. Crush the garlic cloves without peeling to release their aroma.
Peel and slice the carrots into large pieces. Cut the celery stalks into large chunks.
In a large pot, combine the chicken drumsticks, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and parsley.
Add the bay leaves, black peppercorns, and sea salt to the pot.
Pour in enough water to submerge all the ingredients, approximately 12 cups.
Cover the pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the chicken drumsticks are fully cooked and tender.
Remove the chicken drumsticks from the pot and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Optionally, strain the broth and serve it as a flavorful soup or reserve for future use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1579 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.2 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 5488 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 184.9 g | 370% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3252 mg | 69% | |
*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.
