Marinades are a great way to keep your drumsticks juicy and add some serious flavor at the same time. Well, good news for you, there are quite a few marinades to choose from and you can find them all right here! Go ahead and check out these chicken drumsticks marinade recipes for yourself and bump up your dishes!
This marinade may be simple but it really brightens up the flavor of your chicken drumsticks! Simply mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, and oregano together and coat the drumsticks in this. Marinate for 2 hours or even overnight before cooking!
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This marinade is savory with a hint of sweetness, making it a great all-purpose recipe! Combine olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, garlic, and seasonings. The drumsticks can sit in this for as little as 30 minutes or up to 4 hours!
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This is a great marinade for anyone looking for something with lots of fresh flavors! The chicken is coated in a mix of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh parsley, mustard, and seasonings. You can marinate the chicken for anywhere from 6 hours to overnight!
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This marinade is going to make your drumsticks super flavorful and a little bit spicy. If this sounds good to you, blend together garlic, harissa paste, nutmeg, thyme, citrus juice, sumac, and olive oil. Rub this marinade all over the drumsticks and then let sit for for 30 minutes or overnight!
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This is a flavorful marinade that requires almost no prep work but will still add some serious zest to your drumsticks! Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried herbs. Coat the chicken with this and leave for at least 2 hours before cooking!
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This recipe is great for producing sweet and sticky drumsticks that have just a little bit of tang to them! Whisk balsamic vinegar, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic together and marinate the chicken drumsticks in this. Keep for up to 2 hours before baking!
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If you are looking for the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and savory, give this marinade a try! Coat the drumsticks in a mix of soy sauce, mustard, honey, and sweet chili sauce. Make sure to marinate the drumsticks for at least 30 minutes, although overnight is best!
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This marinade is made up of a whole host of sauces, sweeteners, and spices working together to produce incredible flavors! Mix lemon juice, soy sauce, spices, and mustard together. Toss the chicken in this and massage for a bit before letting the drumsticks sit in the marinade for at least 30 minutes!
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This is another great balanced marinade that can be used for a number of different recipes! Here, you mix lemon juice, mustard, honey, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, and spices. If you are short on time, marinate the drumsticks for about 30 minutes or leave in the marinade overnight!
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If you are not one for messing around with a ton of ingredients, then this is the recipe for you! This marinade just consists of minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and red pepper flakes. The drumsticks sit in this for at least 20 minutes or for as long as overnight before cooking!
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This marinade is equal parts creamy as it is bursting with fresh flavor! The drumsticks are marinated in a mix of melted butter, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, and garlic. If you are in a rush, you can marinate the legs for about 30 minutes, otherwise marinate for about 24 hours!
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Sweet and tangy with plenty of other flavors mixed in - this marinade is going to keep your chicken juicy and tasty! Whisk brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and spices together and let the chicken drumsticks sit in this for around 2 hours or up to 12 hours.
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If you like aromatic chicken, then this is the marinade for you! Mix grated garlic and ginger with honey, soy sauce, and seasonings. Once well combined, the drumsticks are marinated in this for 30 minutes to overnight!
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This is an excellent all purpose marinade that can prep your drumsticks for all kinds of recipes! Whisk orange juice, soy sauce, stock, garlic, and onion together. Combine the chicken with this and let the drumsticks remain in the marinade for an hour!
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Yes, you can use barbecue sauce in your marinade and it will make your drumsticks taste incredible! The drumsticks are marinated in a mix of barbecue sauce, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. They are ready to cook in as little as 20 minutes although you can leave the drumsticks in the marinade for up to 24 hours.
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This super savory marinade gets a bit of a tang from the sauce! Combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, tomato sauce, and garlic and toss the chicken in this until well covered. Then, leave the chicken for several hours before cooking!
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Give your drumsticks a tropical vibe with this incredible marinade! Simply mix soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, broth, and ketchup and coat the drumsticks in this. Then, marinate for at least 2 hours before cooking!
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This spicy yet creamy marinade is going to knock your socks off! Combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, chili paste, garlic, lime juice, herbs, and spices. Coat the chicken in this and then refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours prior to cooking!
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If you are a fan of Indian flavors then this may be the perfect recipe for you! Start by marinating the drumsticks in lemon juice and then toss in a marinade of Greek yogurt, garam masala, tandoori masala, spices, and garlic. Marinate for at least an hour!
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This marinade uses traditional Greek flavors to give you a juicy and delicious drumstick recipe! Mix plain yogurt with red wine vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, and oregano. You can let the chicken sit in this for at least 30 minutes or overnight!
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In this recipe, earthy and tangy flavors make a great general marinade! Mix lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, and olive oil together. Coat the chicken in this and let it sit anywhere from 2 to 24 hours before cooking the drumsticks!
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This is the perfect marinade to make the natural flavor profiles of the chicken stand out and still ensure tender chicken! Mix the oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano together and toss over the drumsticks. Try to let the chicken sit in the marinade for 24 hours, making sure to turn them every few hours!
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You probably haven't seen a marinade like this before but it makes for incredible chicken! Mix fresh and dried herbs, spices, balsamic vinegar, garlic, soy sauce, ketchup, lime juice, and scotch bonnet pepper in a blender and then toss the chicken in this. Marinate for at least an hour although it is better overnight!
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Ooh, this Thai marinade is going to offer up an explosion of flavor! The drumsticks are marinated in a mix of garlic, lime juice and zest, turmeric, soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, and more! Marinate overnight and cook!
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If you want the yummiest fried chicken, then a buttermilk marinade is the way to go. Best of all, you can customize the marinade however you like! The base is made from buttermilk and sauce and you can choose to add herbs, spices, or anything else you like. Marinate for about 24 hours before cooking!
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This recipe may look simple but it produces a gorgeous sticky chicken with a hint of a tang! Mix soy sauce, honey, tomato paste, and dijon mustard together and marinate the chicken in this for 30 minutes. Then, cook and enjoy!
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This recipe is just the right amount of sweet, savory, and tangy! Simply mix equal parts of ketchup, soy sauce, and honey as well as a little bit of garlic. Coat the chicken in this and let it sit for at least 30 minutes although you can leave it overnight as well!
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This is a great general marinade that can work for many different cooking methods and recipes! Whisk Worcestershire sauce with oil, brown sugar, chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder. Then, pour over the chicken drumsticks and marinate overnight!
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This is just the marinade for a yummy barbecue recipe! Mix beer with barbecue sauce, honey, chipotle and other spices, lemon juice, and butter. Coat the chicken in this and then marinate for 4 hours before grilling!
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Here is another recipe with barbecue sauce in it! With this recipe, you toss the drumsticks with seasoning so they are well coated. Then, toss the drumsticks in barbecue sauce and then marinate for at least 4 hours before cooking!
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These are all the marinade recipes that can take your drumsticks from good to great! From simple marinades to more complex ones, you will have no trouble finding what you need right here!
