That’s naked. Not necked. For those of you who aren’t southern, let me explain. Naked means bare, usually without your clothes. Necked means you are without your clothes and doing somethin’ you are supposed to be doin’. And while these chicken drummies aren’t necked, my carnivore husband claims they are dangerously good, even though they are nearly naked. This recipe is from a past issue of Bon Appetit.
PrintNearly Naked Chicken Drummies
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
Description
These nearly naked chicken drummies are a simple yet flavorful appetizer, marinated with lemon, oregano, and garlic for a delightful taste.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (or juice from 1/2 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons oregano (fresh, if available)
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 pounds chicken drummies
Instructions
- Place the chicken drummies in a large resealable plastic bag.
- Add lemon juice, oregano, pressed garlic, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper to the bag.
- Seal the bag and toss until the chicken is well coated with the marinade.
- Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Arrange the marinated chicken drummies on the wire rack.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, use fresh oregano from your herb garden. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor. These drummies are best served hot, straight from the oven. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 75
Now, I can’t personally speak for how dreamy these chicken drummies are, but my carnivore hubby said they were “really good”… twice (in his language this means outstanding). So, it may not seem like they have anything on them, but these nearly naked chicken bites have quite the impact. Maybe they are necked after all.
