Name: Marinade for Grilled Chicken Drumsticks
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 5 min
Yield: 12 pieces
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 egg; 1 cup vegetable oil; 1 cup cider vinegar; 1 tbsp salt; 1 tbsp poultry seasoning; 0.5 tsp ground black pepper; 12 chicken legs

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Marinade for Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

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Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk the egg.

Add the vegetable oil to the egg and whisk until fully combined.

Stir in remaining ingredients until combined.

Use a fork to poke the chicken all over, allowing the marinade to get into the meat.

Place the chicken legs in a zip top bag.

Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and allow it to marinate for 3-24 hours.

Place the rest of the marinade in an air tight container or jar; refrigerate.

Grill marinated chicken over indirect heat, basting with the reserved marinade every 5-10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 150 degrees.

Once chicken is at 150 degrees, place on direct heat and grill on all sides to crisp the skin.

When the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees, remove from the heat.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Maximize Marinade Penetration 🧊
Score the chicken skin in a crosshatch pattern before marinating to allow the vinegar and oil mixture to penetrate deeper, resulting in more flavorful and tender meat throughout.
The Secret Egg Emulsifier 🥚
The egg acts as a natural emulsifier that binds the oil and vinegar together, creating a silkier marinade that clings better to the chicken and prevents separation during cooking.
Optimal Marinating Time Window ⏱️
Marinate for 8-24 hours for best results; the cider vinegar's acidity works gradually to break down proteins and tenderize the meat without over-curing or becoming mushy.
Reserve Marinade Wisely 💧
Save a portion of fresh marinade before adding raw chicken, then brush it on the drumsticks during the final 5 minutes of grilling for an extra flavor boost and glossy finish.
Temperature Balance for Perfect Skin 🔥
Start drumsticks skin-side down on medium heat for 12-15 minutes to render fat and crisp the skin, then move to indirect heat to finish cooking without burning the exterior.