Chipotle Chicken Drumsticks: A Quick and Delicious Weeknight Recipe
Are you craving a quick and delicious dinner? Look no further! Our Chipotle Chicken Drumsticks recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and takes less than five minutes to prep before popping it into the oven. Serve it with a baked potato and some coleslaw for a complete meal that’s sure to please.
Why Choose Pasture-Raised Chicken?
At our farm, we proudly offer pasture-raised chicken. We prefer pasture-raised chicken over the typical grocery store varieties because we know how our chickens were raised and that they lived a good life. Nearly all American grocery store chickens come from birds raised in confinement, meaning thousands of birds are locked in one windowless barn. These birds don’t get to enjoy natural behaviors like chasing grasshoppers or roaming freely.
As consumers, it’s important to consider what these confined chickens were fed and how fairly the workers in that food system were treated. For more insights, I recommend reading "Fast Food Nation," which provides a glimpse into the lives of people working in slaughterhouses and their compensation.
Now, let's get back to the recipe!
Ingredients:
8 pasture-raised chicken drumsticks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon honey
Juice of 1 lime
Instructions:
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prep Chicken: In a baking pan, toss the chicken drumsticks with olive oil until evenly coated.
Season: Add the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and honey directly to the baking pan with the chicken. Mix everything together until the drumsticks are well-coated.
Bake: Spread the drumsticks evenly in the baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice crispy exterior.
Finish with Lime: Once out of the oven, squeeze fresh lime juice over the drumsticks for a refreshing finish.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve these flavorful Chipotle Chicken Drumsticks with a baked potato and a side of coleslaw. It’s a perfect meal for a busy weeknight, combining ease and taste in every bite.
Enjoy knowing you’re not just eating well, but also supporting sustainable and ethical farming practices. Bon appétit!
