BUTTERFLIED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS & CILANTRO SAUCE by
@shredhappens 💕💕💕
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This was a pretty cool technique! The butterfly method helps the chicken cook faster, more evenly, its more flavorful because of the bone, and, lets face it, its a more budget friendly chicken option.
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I used an air fryer for these drummies, but you can also use an oven.
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Here is how I made it:
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1.Start with 6 chicken drumsticks. To butterfly them, take a chicken drumstick, cut it down the length of the bone with a sharp knife, and use the knife to open it up like a good book.
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2.Add the chicken to a bowl, drizzle with one or two tbsp olive oil, 2-3 pinches of salt, fresh ground pepper (white pepper is best, but optional), 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp paprika, 1/2 tbsp oregano or thyme, 1/4 tsp cumin. Give everything a really good massage to make sure the chicken is evenly coated.
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4.Let the chicken soak in the seasoning for about 1 hour if possible, but not required.
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5.I recommend airfrying these at 400F for 15 mins on first side, then flip and airfry for another 10 mins. Time varies by airfryer, so just keep an eye on it. If using an oven, I recommend 425F for about 35 mins (+/- a few mins, until cooked through). Again time varies by oven and you want to get to 165F internal temp.
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6.I topped it with a quick and easy cilantro sauce. In a food processor process together 2 cloves garlic, a large handful fresh cilantro, juice of 1.5 limes, 4 heaping tbsp sour cream, a couple pinches sea salt, and 1 tbsp chile lime seasoning. Process well, then adjust to taste. Salt is key in this recipe.
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You can prep more of this chicken and sauce and keep in the fridge to enjoy throughout the week, keep the sauce separate.
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If you make it, let me know what you think.
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ENJOY!!
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