Indian Chicken Drumettes

Get ready to elevate game night or family dinner with these irresistibly flavorful Indian Chicken Drumettes! Marinated in a rich blend of Greek yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, vibrant Indian spices like garam masala, ground cumin, and red chili powder, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, these drumettes are bursting with bold flavor. After a quick bake in the oven, they emerge perfectly golden with lightly charred edges, offering a tender, juicy bite with every piece. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes (plus marination time) and ready in under an hour, these drumettes are ideal as an appetizer, snack, or even a main dish. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an aromatic finish and pair with mint chutney or a cooling yogurt dip for the ultimate dipping experience. Perfect for parties or weekday dinners, this recipe delivers authentic Indian flavors in a fast and fuss-free way!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Chicken drumettes
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 1.5 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste
• 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoons Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoons Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoons Garam masala
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the chicken drumettes thoroughly, and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, garam masala, salt, lemon juice, and vegetable oil to create a thick marinade.

Step 3

Add the chicken drumettes to the bowl and massage the marinade onto each piece, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the drumettes marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper, and place an oven-safe wire rack on top.

Step 5

Arrange the marinated chicken drumettes on the wire rack, ensuring they are spaced evenly for proper cooking.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, flip each drumette and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). The drumettes should be golden brown and slightly charred at the edges.

Step 7

Remove the drumettes from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the drumettes to a serving platter, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or mint chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	804.1 grams (804.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1673

Total Fat 121.50g	156%
Saturated Fat 30.70g	154%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 538mg	179%
Sodium 2843mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 19.10g	7%
Dietary Fiber 3.80g	14%
Total Sugars 4.40g
Protein 118.40g	237%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223mg	17%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 1647mg	35%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.5%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 4.6%