"Grilled chicken drumsticks with herb-infused oil and garlic aioli on a matte black plate, garnished with oregano and lemon"

Keto Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Garlic Aioli

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Keto Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Garlic Aioli

A juicy, crispy-skinned keto chicken dinner with homemade garlic aioli

KEY INFO
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Servings: 4-6
  • Calories: 398 per serving (drumstick + aioli)
  • Fat: 45g
  • Protein: 32.4g
  • Net Carbs: 3.5g
  • Difficulty: Easy-Medium
  • Diet Tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
  • Grill or stovetop grill pan
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Digital meat thermometer
  • Immersion blender or food processor
  • Garlic press (optional)

INGREDIENTS
For the Drumsticks:
  • 12 chicken drumsticks (skin-on)
  • 60ml (1/4 cup) avocado oil
  • 30ml (2 tbsp) fresh lemon juice
  • 30ml (2 tbsp) fresh oregano, chopped
  • 5g (1 tsp) smoked paprika
  • 5g (1 tsp) salt
  • 2.5g (1/2 tsp) black pepper
For the Aioli:
  • 5 garlic cloves, roasted or fresh
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 15ml (1 tbsp) Dijon mustard
  • 15ml (1 tbsp) lemon juice
  • 1.25g (1/4 tsp) each salt and pepper
  • 240ml (1 cup) light olive oil
METHOD
  1. Pat drumsticks dry with paper towels
  2. Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl:
    • Combine avocado oil, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper
    • Place chicken in a large bag
    • Pour marinade over
    • Massage to coat evenly
    • Marinate 30 minutes minimum
  3. Prepare grill:
    • Heat to medium-high (375-400°F)
    • Oil grates to prevent sticking
  4. Grill chicken:
    • Place drumsticks on grill
    • Turn every 10 minutes
    • Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (25-30 minutes)
  5. Make aioli:
    • Blend garlic, egg, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper
    • Slowly drizzle in oil while blending
    • Continue until thick and creamy
  6. Rest chicken 5-10 minutes before serving

CRUCIAL TIPS
  • Use room temperature ingredients for aioli
  • Don’t rush the oil incorporation – it prevents breaking
  • Check chicken temperature at thickest part near bone
  • Keep grill lid closed between turns
Storage
  • Chicken: 3 days refrigerated
  • Aioli: 1 week refrigerated
Common Mistakes
  • Rushing the marinade time
  • Adding oil too quickly to aioli
  • Cooking at too high heat
Variations
  • Herb swap: Use thyme or rosemary
  • Spicy version: Add chili flakes
  • Lemon-pepper: Double lemon juice, add zest

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