Lemony Drumsticks With Stuffing

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Servings: 3 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Juicy, citrus-kissed chicken drumsticks served alongside a warm, herb-infused cornbread stuffing.
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This one-pan wonder combines tender, browned chicken drumsticks with a bright, zesty lemon glaze and a savory cornbread stuffing. The dish balances the rich, caramelized flavors of the brown sugar-coated chicken with the fresh acidity of lemon juice and rind. The stuffing, made from a convenient mix and enhanced with pan drippings and citrus notes, soaks up all the delicious juices for a hearty, comforting meal. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering, this recipe delivers home-style comfort with a refreshing twist. It’s simple to prepare, requiring minimal ingredients and offering a satisfying balance of protein and carbohydrates that everyone will love.

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Lemony Drumsticks With Stuffing

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 3 Calories: 965.7

Description

This one-pan wonder combines tender, browned chicken drumsticks with a bright, zesty lemon glaze and a savory cornbread stuffing. The dish balances the rich, caramelized flavors of the brown sugar-coated chicken with the fresh acidity of lemon juice and rind. The stuffing, made from a convenient mix and enhanced with pan drippings and citrus notes, soaks up all the delicious juices for a hearty, comforting meal. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering, this recipe delivers home-style comfort with a refreshing twist. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to prepare, requiring minimal ingredients and offering a satisfying balance of protein and carbohydrates that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
  2. Grate the rind from half the lemon, then cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice from one half and slice the other half thinly.
  3. Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken drumsticks on all sides.
  4. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the drumsticks for 15 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, in a bowl or the same skillet (if not oven-safe), combine hot water, butter, and the seasoning packet from the stuffing mix. Stir until butter is melted.
  6. Add the stuffing mix, lemon juice, and lemon rind. Stir gently until just moistened.
  7. Remove the skillet from the oven. Move the chicken drumsticks to one side of the dish.
  8. Baste the chicken with any pan drippings.
  9. Mound the stuffing mixture on the other side of the dish.
  10. Return to the oven and bake for 15 minutes longer, until chicken is cooked through and stuffing is heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 965.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48.1g74%
Saturated Fat 13.2g66%
Cholesterol 356.0mg119%
Sodium 328.7mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 3.0g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g4%
Sugars 0.8g
Protein 108.4g217%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure chicken drumsticks reach an internal temperature of 165ðF (74ðC) for food safety.

For a crispier skin, broil the chicken for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, watching closely to prevent burning.

If using a skillet that is not oven-safe, transfer the browned chicken to a baking dish before the initial 15-minute bake. Prepare the stuffing separately and combine in the baking dish for the final bake.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

Keywords: american, chicken, cornbread, dinner, drumsticks, easy, family meal, lemon, one-pan, quick, roast, side dish, stuffing, weeknight
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