Looking for a delicious and unique twist on traditional drumsticks? Look no further than this mouth-watering Mexican Drumsticks recipe! With a combination of spicy and savory flavors, these drumsticks are sure to be a hit at your next family dinner or gathering with friends. Not only are they easy to make, but they are also full of protein and packed with flavor. Get ready to add this recipe to your regular meal rotation!
If you're looking for a delicious and easy twist on traditional chicken drumsticks, try this recipe for Mexican chicken drumsticks. The flavors of cumin, chili powder, and lime combine to create a zesty and flavorful dish that will have your taste buds dancing.
To make this recipe, you'll need chicken drumsticks, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Simply mix the spices together, rub them onto the chicken, and bake for 30 minutes. The result is juicy and tender chicken with a crispy outer layer that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Mexican...
Main Ingredients: Chicken Drumsticks, Avocado Oil, Tortilla Chips
If you love crispy chicken but don't want to deal with the mess of frying, try this recipe for crispy baked chicken drumsticks with Mexican seasonings. The secret to achieving that perfect crispy texture is to coat the chicken in a mixture of flour, cornstarch, and spices before baking. The result is a deliciously crispy and flavorful chicken drumstick.
The Mexican seasonings used in this recipe include cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. You can also add a touch of cayenne pepper for some extra heat. Serve these drumsticks with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside some Mexican rice and beans for a complete meal.
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How to cook Chicken… The Mexican way!
Main Ingredients: Chile Powder, Dried Oregano, Ground Coriander, Garlic
If you're a fan of Mexican cuisine, you know that it's all about the flavor. And this recipe for Mexican-style chicken drumsticks is no exception. To create this dish, you'll need chicken drumsticks, garlic, onion, diced tomatoes, green chilies, cumin, chili powder, and chicken broth.
In a large skillet, sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant, then add in the chicken and cook until browned. Next, add in the diced tomatoes, green chilies, cumin, chili powder, and chicken broth. Let it simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors have melded together. Serve over rice or with warm tortillas for a delicious and easy Mexican-inspired meal.
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Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup)
Main Ingredients: Water, Chicken Drumsticks, Carrots, Large Potatoes
If you're feeling under the weather or just craving a comforting bowl of soup, give this recipe for Caldo de Pollo a try. This traditional Mexican chicken soup is packed with flavor and will warm you up from the inside out.
To make this soup, you'll need chicken broth, chicken breast, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime, and avocado. Simply simmer the chicken and vegetables in the broth until tender, then add in the cilantro and lime juice for a burst of fresh flavor. Serve with sliced avocado on top for a delicious and nutritious meal.
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Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Main Ingredients: Chicken Drumsticks, Salsa, Diced Green Chilies, Black
Who doesn't love a good casserole? This chicken enchilada casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. With layers of tortillas, chicken, black beans, corn, and enchilada sauce, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite.
To make this dish, you'll need chicken breast, enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, tortillas, and cheese. Simply layer the ingredients in a baking dish and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, and avocado, for a delicious and customizable meal.
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Chocolate Hazelnut Chicken Mole
Main Ingredients: Plum Tomato, Tomatillos, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Mulato
If you're feeling adventurous, give this unique recipe for chocolate hazelnut chicken mole a try. This traditional Mexican sauce is typically made with chocolate, chili peppers, and spices, but this version adds a twist with the addition of hazelnuts.
To make this mole sauce, you'll need hazelnuts, chili peppers, garlic, tomatoes, spices, and, of course, chocolate. The result is a rich and flavorful sauce that pairs perfectly with chicken. Serve with rice and beans or use the sauce as a topping for tacos or enchiladas.
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Empanada
Main Ingredients: Seeds, Chicken Thighs, Chicken Drumsticks, Water, Salt
Empanadas are a popular dish in many Latin American countries, and for good reason. These savory pastries are filled with a variety of ingredients, including chicken, beef, cheese, and vegetables, and are perfect for a quick and easy meal.
To make chicken empanadas, you'll need pre-made empanada dough, cooked shredded chicken, onion, bell pepper, tomato, and spices. Simply fill the dough with the chicken mixture, fold it over, and bake until golden brown. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish with a main course.
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Asian Chicken Quesadillas
Main Ingredients: Tortillas, Chicken Drumstick, Jack Cheese, Green Onion
If you're looking for a fusion of Mexican and Asian flavors, try this recipe for Asian chicken quesadillas. These crispy and flavorful quesadillas are filled with chicken, vegetables, and a delicious hoisin sauce.
To make these quesadillas, you'll need chicken breast, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, vegetables, and cheese. The result is a delicious and unique twist on traditional quesadillas that will have you coming back for more. Serve with a side of rice or Asian slaw for a complete meal.
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Aguadito (Peruvian Chicken Soup)
Main Ingredients: Cilantro Leaves, Serrano Pepper, Garlic Cloves, Chicken
Aguadito is a traditional Peruvian chicken soup that is similar to the popular Mexican soup, caldo de pollo. This soup is hearty, flavorful, and packed with vegetables and herbs.
To make this soup, you'll need chicken broth, chicken breast, vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and peas, and herbs like cilantro and parsley. Simply simmer the ingredients together until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender. Serve with a side of warm bread for a cozy and satisfying meal.
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ARROZ CON POLLO / RICE WITH CHICKEN
Main Ingredients: Long Grain White Rice, Granulated Garlic, Granulated
Arroz con pollo is a traditional Latin American dish that is made with rice and chicken. This flavorful and comforting one-pot meal is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
To make this dish, you'll need chicken, rice, vegetables, broth, and spices. Simply sauté the chicken and vegetables, then add in the rice, broth, and spices and let it simmer until the rice is fully cooked and the flavors have melded together. Serve with a side of beans for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Easy Mole Chicken Drumsticks #Choctoberfest
Main Ingredients: Chicken Drumsticks, Olive Oil, Salt, Black Pepper
Mole sauce is typically a complex and time-consuming dish to make, but this recipe for easy mole chicken drumsticks simplifies the process. Using pre-made mole sauce and a slow cooker, you can achieve the rich and flavorful taste of traditional mole in a fraction of the time.
To make this dish, you'll need chicken drumsticks, mole sauce, garlic, onion, and spices. Simply place all the ingredients in a slow cooker and let it cook until the chicken is tender and falls off the bone. Serve with rice and beans for a delicious and easy meal.
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Chicken With Fideo (Sopa de Pollo con Fideos)
Main Ingredients: Chicken Drumsticks, Water, Chicken, White Onion
Sopa de pollo con fideos, also known as chicken with fideo soup, is a popular Mexican dish that is perfect for a cold day. This soup is made with chicken, vegetables, and thin pasta noodles, and is flavored with garlic, onion, and spices.
To make this soup, you'll need chicken broth, chicken breast, fideo noodles, onion, garlic, tomato, and spices. Simply simmer all the ingredients together until the chicken is fully cooked and the noodles are tender. Serve with a squeeze of lime for a refreshing and delicious meal.
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Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Main Ingredients: Chicken Drumsticks, Avocado Oil, Paprika, Garlic
If you're looking for a classic and simple recipe for chicken drumsticks, this is it. These baked chicken drumsticks are coated in a mixture of flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, and baked until crispy and golden brown.
To make this dish, you'll need chicken drumsticks, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simply coat the chicken in the flour mixture and bake for 45 minutes until crispy and cooked through. This recipe is a great base for adding other flavors, such as barbecue or buffalo sauce, for some variety.
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs
Main Ingredients: Chicken Drumsticks, Olive Oil, Salt, Garlic Powder
If you love garlic and parmesan, then you'll love this recipe for garlic parmesan chicken legs. These juicy and tender chicken legs are coated in a mixture of garlic, parmesan cheese, and panko breadcrumbs, and baked to perfection.
To make this dish, you'll need chicken legs, garlic, parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and butter. Simply mix the garlic and parmesan together and coat the chicken legs in the mixture. Then, dip the chicken in melted butter and coat with the panko breadcrumbs before baking. The result is a flavorful and crispy chicken dish that is sure to be a hit.
Cornbread is a staple in many Southern households, but this recipe puts a Mexican twist on the classic dish. This Mexican cornbread is made with cornmeal, cream-style corn, diced green chilies, and cheese, giving it a slightly spicy and cheesy kick.
To make this cornbread, you'll need cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, eggs, milk, cream-style corn, diced green chilies, and cheese. Simply mix all the ingredients together, pour into a baking dish, and bake for 30 minutes until golden brown. This cornbread is the perfect side dish for any Mexican-inspired meal.
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Fried Chicken
Main Ingredients: Chicken Thighs, Chicken Drumsticks, Black Pepper
Fried chicken is a beloved dish all over the world, and this recipe for fried chicken is sure to become a family favorite. The chicken is coated in a mixture of flour and spices, then fried to crispy perfection.
To make this dish, you'll need chicken pieces, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simply coat the chicken in the flour mixture and fry until golden brown and fully cooked. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside some mashed potatoes and gravy for a classic comfort food meal.
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Sweet and Sticky Four Ingredient Chicken Drumsticks
Main Ingredients: Chicken Drumsticks, Ketchup, Brown Sugar, Yellow
If you're short on time and ingredients, this recipe for sweet and sticky chicken drumsticks is perfect. All you need is chicken drumsticks, honey, soy sauce, and ketchup to create a delicious and flavorful glaze that coats the chicken.
To make this dish, simply mix the honey, soy sauce, and ketchup together and coat the chicken drumsticks in the mixture. Bake for 30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the glaze is thick and sticky. Serve with some steamed vegetables or rice for a quick and easy meal.
This one-pot meal is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Mexican chicken and rice is made with chicken, rice, vegetables, and spices, all cooked together in one pot for easy cleanup.
To make this dish, you'll need chicken breast, rice, vegetables such as bell pepper, onion, and corn, chicken broth, and spices. Simply sauté the chicken and vegetables, then add in the rice, broth, and spices and let it simmer until the rice is fully cooked. Serve with a squeeze of lime and some fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor.
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Barbecue Baked Chicken Legs
Main Ingredients: Nonstick Cooking Spray, Chicken Drumsticks, Sea Salt
Barbecue and chicken is a classic combination, and this recipe for barbecue baked chicken legs is no exception. The chicken is coated in a homemade barbecue sauce and baked until tender and flavorful.
To make this dish, you'll need chicken legs, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. Simply mix all the ingredients together to create the barbecue sauce, coat the chicken legs, and bake for 45 minutes until fully cooked. Serve with some coleslaw or potato salad for a delicious summer meal.
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Simple Baked Chicken Legs
Main Ingredients: Nonstick Cooking Spray, Chicken Drumsticks, Sea Salt
If you're looking for a basic and easy recipe for chicken drumsticks, this is it. These simple baked chicken legs are seasoned with just salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and baked until juicy and tender.
To make this dish, simply season the chicken legs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and bake for 45 minutes until fully cooked. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dinner or for meal prep for the week. Serve with your favorite vegetable and starch for a complete meal.
How to Make Mexican Drumsticks
Ingredients:
8 chicken drumsticks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create a spice rub.
Place the chicken drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
Coat the drumsticks with the spice rub, making sure to cover them evenly.
Bake the drumsticks in the oven for 25 minutes.
In a separate bowl, mix together the honey and lime juice.
After 25 minutes, remove the drumsticks from the oven and brush them with the honey and lime mixture.
Place the drumsticks back in the oven and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove the drumsticks from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the drumsticks and serve hot.
Why You Should Make This Recipe
Not only is this Mexican Drumsticks recipe easy to make, but it also packs a punch of flavor. The combination of spices and the sweetness from the honey and lime creates a perfect balance of flavors. Plus, with chicken drumsticks being a budget-friendly protein option, this recipe is not only delicious but also affordable. Serve with your favorite side dishes and enjoy a tasty and satisfying meal.
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Ingredients:
8 chicken drumsticks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create a spice rub.
Place the chicken drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
Coat the drumsticks with the spice rub, making sure to cover them evenly.
Bake the drumsticks in the oven for 25 minutes.
In a separate bowl, mix together the honey and lime juice.
After 25 minutes, remove the drumsticks from the oven and brush them with the honey and lime mixture.
Place the drumsticks back in the oven and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove the drumsticks from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the drumsticks and serve hot.
Why You Should Make This Recipe
Not only is this Mexican Drumsticks recipe easy to make, but it also packs a punch of flavor. The combination of spices and the sweetness from the honey and lime creates a perfect balance of flavors. Plus, with chicken drumsticks being a budget-friendly protein option, this recipe is not only delicious but also affordable. Serve with your favorite side dishes and enjoy a tasty and satisfying meal.
