Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Fresh Salad: A Simple and Delicious Meal

Ingredients

For the Chicken Drumsticks:

• 6–8 chicken drumsticks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Juice of 1 lemon (optional for marinating)

For the Fresh Salad:

• 2 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 avocado, diced (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken (Optional):
   I like to marinate the drumsticks with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes for extra flavor.
2. Grill the Drumsticks:
   I preheat my grill (or grill pan) to medium heat. Then, I place the marinated drumsticks on the grill and cook them for about 25–30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is crispy and the meat is cooked through (internal temp should be 165°F or 75°C).
3. Make the Salad:
   While the chicken is grilling, I toss together the greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado in a large bowl. I drizzle it with olive oil and lemon juice (or balsamic vinegar) and season with salt and pepper.
4. Serve:
   Once the chicken is done, I plate it alongside the fresh salad and enjoy a simple, healthy, and delicious meal.

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