Heart Healthy Spicy Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Sriracha-coated chicken takes center stage in this mouthwatering drumstick recipe. Create sweet, spicy, and heart-healthy flavor that shines with just 8 ingredients.
Ingredients
Recipe yields 4 servings
2 garlic cloves, minced fine
2 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 lbs skinless chicken legs
3 Tbsp honey
2 tsp apple cider vinegar
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Directions
Step 1
Preheat broiler. Lightly coat a broiler pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine garlic, chili powder, salt, cumin, paprika and crushed red pepper. Add chicken to bowl and toss to coat. Place chicken on prepared broiler pan. Broil chicken 7 minutes on each side.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine honey and vinegar and stir well. Remove chicken from oven and brush with half of the honey mixture. Broil for 1 minute more. Remove chicken from oven and turn over. Brush chicken with remaining honey mixture. Broil 1 minute or until chicken is done.
Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 312
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Dietary Review:
Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
Per serving:
calories:312
total fat:9g
sat fat:2g
cholesterol:219mg
sodium:275mg
total carb:12g
fibers:0g
proteins:45g
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About This Healthy Recipe
Looking for a sweet and spicy chicken recipe? These low-calorie, high-protein, spicy chicken drumsticks combine paprika, red pepper and honey for a recipe that is sure to satisfy. Calling for just 8 simple ingredients, this gluten-free chicken recipe is perfect for dinners, barbecues and tailgates. Each serving (2 drumsticks) contains just 312 calories making this a deliciously guilt-free dinner option. Another great thing about these healthy drumsticks? This recipe is low in saturated fat (2g) and high in protein (45g) making it a great heart-healthy diet option. Concerned about carbs? Don’t be! These drumsticks contain just 12 grams of carbohydrates per serving to make this a great option for anyone who is diabetic. Ready in just 30 minutes, making dinner has never been so easy! Enjoy!
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