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Chicken Drumstick
Global — chicken drumsticks are enjoyed across all culinary traditions worldwide.Available year-roundRich, juicy, and more intensely flavored than breast meat. The dark meat and bone add depth.
Did You Know?
Dark meat from drumsticks contains more myoglobin than white meat — the iron-rich protein that makes the meat darker and keeps it juicy even at higher cooking temperatures.
Overview
Global — chicken drumsticks are enjoyed across all culinary traditions worldwide. · Available year-round · proteins
The lower leg portion of the chicken, with dark meat attached to a bone. Juicy, flavorful, and forgiving to cook. A popular and economical choice.
Global — chicken drumsticks are enjoyed across all culinary traditions worldwide.
Origin
Available year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
proteins
Category
Flavor Profile
Richjuicyand more intensely flavored than breast meat. The dark meat and bone add depth.
Storage Tips
Raw: refrigerate up to 2 days, freeze up to 9 months. Cooked: refrigerate up to 4 days.
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How to Cook with Chicken Drumstick
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Score the meat for better marinade penetration. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 35–45 minutes or grill/fry. Always cook to 165°F (74°C). The skin crisps beautifully at high heat.
Best Pairings
garlicpaprikalemonherbshot saucehoneysoy sauceginger
Substitutes
Chicken thighs or chicken wings for similar dark meat experience.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Chicken Drumstick
Nutrition Highlights
fat
5.7
carbs
0
fiber
0
protein
28.3
calories
172
Quick Facts
Categoryproteins
OriginGlobal — chicken drumsticks are enjoyed across all culinary traditions worldwide.
SeasonAvailable year-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Good source of protein and iron. Higher in fat than breast but also more flavorful. Rich in B vitamins and zinc.
Chicken Drumstick Photos
4 photos showcasing Chicken Drumstick in its many forms
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Chicken Drumstick
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OriginGlobal — chicken drumsticks are enjoyed across all culinary traditions worldwide.
SeasonAvailable year-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Richjuicyand more intensely flavored than breast meat. The dark meat and bone add depth.
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garlicpaprikalemonherbshot saucehoneysoy sauceginger
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