Low Fat Jerk Chicken Drumsticks

Infuse your weeknight dinners with bold, Caribbean-inspired flavors with this Low Fat Jerk Chicken Drumsticks recipe! Marinated in a vibrant blend of lime juice, minced garlic, fiery Scotch bonnet pepper, fresh thyme, and warm spices like allspice, nutmeg, and cinnamon, these drumsticks pack an irresistible punch without packing on the calories. A touch of soy sauce and browning sauce deepens the flavors while ensuring a beautiful caramelized finish. Baked to tender, juicy perfection in just 40 minutes, this healthier twist on a Jamaican classic is easy to prepare and perfect for spice lovers looking for a guilt-free indulgence. Serve these oven-baked delights alongside a refreshing side salad or steamed veggies for a wholesome meal that transports your taste buds straight to the tropics!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 Chicken drumsticks
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Browning sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 Green onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, minced Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped fresh thyme, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, soy sauce, browning sauce, salt, black pepper, and chopped green onions to create the marinade.

Step 2

Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and thoroughly coat them with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or ideally overnight for best flavor infusion.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 4

Place the marinated drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced adequately for even cooking.

Step 5

Bake the drumsticks in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through, turning once halfway through the cooking time.

Step 6

Remove the drumsticks from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 7

Serve the jerk chicken drumsticks hot, optionally garnished with additional fresh thyme or green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1155.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1767.1

Total Fat 102.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 4177.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 6.6g
Protein 185.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 299.1mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 2628.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.7%

Protein: 41.5%

Carbs: 6.8%