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GRILLED TURKEY DRUMSTICKS



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Try something different this Thanksgiving and learn how to grill turkey drumsticks! These smoky, tender turkey drumsticks are easy to make, free up space in the oven and cook in a fraction of the time needed for a whole turkey. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 turkey drumsticks (1-1/2 pounds each)
3 cups soaked apple wood chips

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Brush drumsticks with butter mixture., Add wood chips to grill according to manufacturer's directions. Place turkey on greased grill rack. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat, 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 175°,. Turn drumsticks occasionally throughout cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 181mg cholesterol, Sodium 832mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 56g protein.

GRILLED SPICY CHIPOTLE BARBECUE TURKEY DRUMSTICKS



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Apricot preserves balances the spicy taste of chipotle chile in a delicious basting sauce.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons water
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
1 teaspoon chopped chipotle chile in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can)
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 turkey drumsticks (8 oz each)

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In 1-quart saucepan, cook onion and water over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender. Stir in barbecue sauce, preserves, chile and salt. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Reserve 3 tablespoons sauce.
  • Cover and grill drumsticks over medium-low heat 25 to 30 minutes, turning frequently and brushing with sauce during last 5 minutes, until juice of turkey is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (180°F).
  • Serve drumsticks with reserved 3 tablespoons sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

GRILLED TURKEY DRUMSTICKS



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Make and share this Grilled Turkey Drumsticks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Poultry

Time 9h40m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 turkey drumsticks
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup dry sherry
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place turkey drumsticks in a large shallow dish.
  • Combine remaining ingredients, stirring well.
  • Pour over drumsticks, cover and marinate in refrigerator 8 hours, turning drumsticks occasionally.
  • Drain drumsticks, reserving marinade.
  • Wrap each drumstick and 1/4 cup marinade in heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  • Grill over medium coals 1 hour, turning after 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil, reserving marinade.
  • Return drumsticks to grill, and continue cooking 30-40 minutes, basting frequently with reserved marinade.

GRILLED HULI HULI TURKEY DRUMSTICKS



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I'm never one to do things traditionally, so when it came time to hosting Thanksgiving, I went in a completely tropical direction. Borrowing my favorite Hawaiian chicken recipe, I substituted turkey legs and have never looked back. -Jacyn Siebert, San Francisco, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup ketchup
3/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup sherry or chicken broth
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon minced garlic
6 turkey drumsticks (1-1/2 pounds each)
1 bunch green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix the first 6 ingredients. Reserve 1-1/3 cups for basting; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a large baking dish. Add drumsticks and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Drain turkey, discarding marinade. Place turkey on greased grill rack. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat, 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 175°,. Turn drumsticks occasionally throughout cooking. Baste often with reserved marinade during the last 10 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes; garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 20g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 171mg cholesterol, Sodium 671mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 57g protein.

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