Mexican Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients

• 1 kg Chicken drumsticks (Preferably boneless, skin left on)
• 100 g Bell peppers (green and red mix) (Fresh or frozen, diced)
• 1 branch Rosemary (Fresh, coarsely chopped)
• 4 c. à soupe Olive oil (For the base of the marinade)
• 4 c. à soupe Sunflower oil (Complements olive oil for texture)
• 1 c. à café Salt
• 1 c. à café Cayenne pepper (Optional, adjust to taste)
• 1 c. à café Sweet paprika
• 1 c. à café Provençal herbs
• 1 c. à café Ground black pepper
• 1 c. à café Garlic powder

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade

   In a bowl, combine the 4 tbsp olive oil, the 4 tbsp sunflower oil, the chopped rosemary, salt, cayenne pepper, paprika, Provençal herbs, black pepper, and garlic powder until a homogeneous consistency is achieved.

   Time: PT5M

2. Cut the Bell Peppers

   If using fresh bell peppers, wash them, remove the seeds, and dice them into small cubes. If using frozen peppers, let them thaw slightly.

   Time: PT5M

3. Coat the Drumsticks

   Place the chicken drumsticks in the bowl with the marinade, add the diced peppers, then mix with hands or tongs so each piece is well coated.

   Time: PT5M

4. Marinate

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rest in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours, ideally 1½ hours, turning the drumsticks halfway through the marination for even absorption.

   Time: PT1H30M

5. Preheat the Air Fryer

   Preheat the air fryer to 200°C for about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 200°C

6. Arrange the Drumsticks in the Air Fryer

   Remove the drumsticks from the refrigerator, lightly drain them, and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Brush the top with the remaining marinade.

   Time: PT2M

7. Cooking

   Cook the drumsticks for 25 minutes at 200°C, turning them halfway through (after 12‑13 minutes) so they are browned on each side.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 200°C

8. Check the Doneness

   Pierce the drumstick with a knife or meat thermometer; the internal temperature should reach at least 75°C and the juices should be clear.

   Time: PT2M

9. Serve

   Arrange the drumsticks on a platter, serve with fries, mash, or a green salad, and enjoy immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

500

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

30 g

Fiber

2 g