Whole30 Curry Chicken Drumsticks

Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Whole30 Curry Chicken Drumsticks, a flavorful and nutrient-packed dish that's as healthy as it is satisfying. Tender chicken drumsticks are coated in a creamy coconut milk and curry spice blend, featuring aromatic turmeric, ground ginger, and garlic for a bold, warming flavor. Baked to golden perfection, these drumsticks are finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and green onions for a vibrant, herbaceous touch. Perfect for meal prep or an effortlessly wholesome dinner, this recipe is paleo, dairy-free, and gluten-free, making it ideal for anyone following a Whole30 lifestyle. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete, crave-worthy meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 stalks green onions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, curry powder, garlic powder, ground ginger, ground turmeric, sea salt, black pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice until well combined.

Step 3

Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss them well until they are fully coated with the curry mixture.

Step 4

Transfer the coated drumsticks to a baking dish, ensuring they are spaced evenly and not touching.

Step 5

Pour any remaining curry mixture from the bowl over the drumsticks in the baking dish.

Step 6

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the drumsticks are golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

While the chicken is baking, chop the fresh cilantro and slice the green onions.

Step 8

Once the drumsticks are done cooking, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.

Step 9

Garnish the drumsticks with the chopped cilantro and sliced green onions before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your flavor-packed Whole30 Curry Chicken Drumsticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1162.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1758.8

Total Fat 102.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 7015.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 179.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 145.7mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 2239.5mg	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: 52.2%

Protein: 40.6%

Carbs: 7.1%