Greek Chicken Drumsticks

Chicken Drumsticks is delicious one-pot Mediterranean chicken drumsticks recipe, with tender chicken legs that falls off the bone, served over potatoes.

Friends, last Sunday, we had a pot of Greek Chicken Drumsticks simmering on the stove, as we invited friends over for a spontaneous dinner. This recipe for Greek Chicken Drumsticks has become a staple in our house.

Why I love this recipe

• It’s an easy one-pot meal.
• Flavors are fantastic.
• It comes together quickly for a comforting Sunday dinner!

Greek Style Chicken Drumsticks

If you love Greek food as much as we do then you will love this dish one pot Greek Chicken meal! The secret to this recipe is to use Coconut Vinegar! Also try our Greek Pasta Salad or if you’re serving a large group, set out an Epic Greek Charcuterie  Board.

Ingredients for Greek Chicken Drumsticks

• Chicken drumsticks
• Onion
• Coconut oil: you can use regular olive oil, but the flavor is better with coconut oil
• Garlic and shallots
• Coconut vinegar (*key ingredient – we use this brand: Coconut Secret Raw Coconut Vinegar – 12.7 fl oz so you can order a bottle now on Amazon (afflink)
• Broth: chicken
• Diced tomatoes
• Cinnamon, salt, pepper
• Kalamata or Castelvetrano olives
• Fresh rosemary

How to you make Greek Style Chicken?

1. Prepare the chicken drumsticks by laying on a tray; salt and pepper both sides (leave the skin on).
2. In a large deep pot or deep braiser, melt 2 Tbsp. of coconut oil on medium heat; add the onion and cook. Add in the garlic and shallots and cook some more.
3. Remove from the pan; set aside.
4. Right in the same pot, add the remaining 2 Tbsp. of coconut oil until hot and melted. Place the chicken drumsticks (you may need to do in 2 batches), skin side down, and cook; turn over and cook on the other side until golden brown.
5. Set the chicken drumsticks into the pot; pour in the coconut vinegar while the pan is hot. It will bubble and foam (which is why you need a deep pot); simmer.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and tomatoes; add the cinnamon; add in the reserved onion mixture and the cinnamon and season with salt and pepper.
7. Add the drained olives over the top and add the fresh snipped rosemary. Cover and simmer on low heat for several hours, until the chicken is tender with a fork.
8. Serve on top of rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes.

Spontaneous entertaining with easy chicken recipe

One thing I’ve learned is that spontaneous entertaining is pretty easy. Although it does take a bit of courage, a push toward a goal, and pulling the dinner together quickly, I find I worry way less than before a planned-out dinner party.

This chicken drumsticks recipe is incredibly easy, super delicious, and a great dinner party meal since they aren’t fussy and are inexpensive. Plus you can serve them on rice, quinoa, polenta, or mashed potatoes.

There is no perfect

No matter how good you are at entertaining, no matter how hard you try to make it perfect, learn to go with the flow.

1. Focus on a one-pot meal. Ask your guests to bring something simple (since it’s last minute), whether bread, dessert, or even a salad or raw vegetables.
2. Set the table. Don’t overthink it. If you don’t have a centerpiece, just add candles (the perfect ambience).
3. Love your imperfect home. Learn how to do a quick “10-minute cleaning” routine.

Tips and substitutions:

• Replace drumsticks for chicken thighs!
• Use a large pot or braising pan (I used my LeCreuset) to cook this dish to perfection, creating the most juicy one-pot meal!
• You can serve this chicken (in bowls) over rice, polenta, quinoa, or mashed potatoes.

M-m … M-m … M-m …!! So good!

More chicken recipes to try:

One-pot Chicken Paprika Thighs

Chicken Marsala

Baked Chicken Teriyaki Tenders

Asian Glazed Drumsticks {Skinnytaste}

Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks {Foodie Crush}

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Greek Chicken Drumsticks

Don’t skimp on the coconut vinegar … it’s the “star” ingredient. (I buy it at Nature’s Grocers.)

Chicken Drumsticks is one-pot Mediterranean chicken drumsticks recipe, with tender chicken that falls off the bone, served over potatoes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes mins

Cook Time: 2 hours hrs

Total Time: 2 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Yield: 8

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Ingredients

 

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• 16 chicken drumsticks
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 Tbsp. coconut oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 large shallots
• 1 cup coconut vinegar
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 14 oz cans diced tomatoes, drained
• ½ tsp. cinnamon
• 2 tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. black pepper
• 1 6 oz jar Kalamata or Castelvetrano olives, drained
• 4 Tbsp. fresh rosemary

Instructions

 

• Prepare the chicken drumsticks by laying on a tray; salt and pepper both sides (leave the skin on).
• In a large deep pot or deep braiser, melt 2 Tbsp. of coconut oil on medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add in the garlic and shallots and cook another 2 minutes. Remove from the pan; set aside.
• In the same pot, add the remaining 2 Tbsp. of coconut oil until hot and melted. Add the chicken drumsticks (you may need to do in 2 batches), skin side down, cooking 3-4 minutes; turn over and cook on the other side until golden brown.
• Add in all the chicken drumsticks; pour in the coconut vinegar while the pan is hot. It will bubble and foam (which is why you need a deep pot); simmer for 2 minutes.
• Pour in the chicken broth and tomatoes; add the cinnamon. Add in the reserved onion mixture and the cinnamon; season with salt and pepper.
• Pour the drained olives over the top and add the fresh snipped rosemary. Cover and simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender with a fork. Serve on top of rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

updated from March 2016

Cuisine: Greek

Course: Main Course

Author: Sandy / Reluctant Entertainer

Calories: 367kcal, Carbohydrates: 13g, Protein: 30g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 142mg, Sodium: 1212mg, Potassium: 771mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 518IU, Vitamin C: 13mg, Calcium: 94mg, Iron: 3mg

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