Lemony Italian-herb drumsticks grill alongside peak-summer Washington zucchini, tomatoes, and sweet onion for an easy one-grill dinner.
Total time: 50 minutes
Estimated cost: About $7–$10 for 2 servings
Health notes: About 540 calories per serving, with roughly 40 grams of protein and a generous serving of summer vegetables.
Drink pairing: A chilled Pinot Grigio complements the lemon and herbs while refreshing the smoky grilled chicken.
Details
Ingredients
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Foster Farms Fresh & Natural Cage Free Drumsticks Value Pack1½ pounds, about 4 drumsticks $1.49
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Zucchini1 pound $1.79
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Fresh Roma Tomato½ pound, about 2 medium $1.49
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Private Selection® Walla Walla Sweet Onions½ medium onion $3.99
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Fresh Organic Lemon1 $1.29
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Garlic2 cloves, finely grated
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Extra-virgin olive oil2 tablespoons, divided
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Dried oregano1 teaspoon
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Balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons
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Kosher salt¾ teaspoon, plus more to taste
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Black pepper½ teaspoon
Instructions
- Heat a grill for two-zone cooking, with one side at medium-high and the other at medium-low; clean and lightly oil the grates.
- Zest and juice the lemon. Mix the zest, half the juice, garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper; coat the drumsticks thoroughly.
- Slice the zucchini lengthwise into ½-inch planks, cut the onion into thick rounds, and halve the tomatoes. Brush everything with the remaining olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Grill the drumsticks over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, turning frequently, until browned. Move them to the cooler side, cover, and cook for 18–22 minutes, turning once, until they reach at least 165°F internally—ideally 175°F for tender dark meat.
- While the chicken finishes, grill the zucchini and onion for 3–4 minutes per side. Grill the tomatoes cut-side down for 2–3 minutes, just until marked and beginning to soften.
- Transfer the chicken to a clean platter and rest for 5 minutes. Roughly chop the grilled vegetables, then toss them with the balsamic vinegar and remaining lemon juice; adjust the seasoning.
- Spoon the warm grilled vegetable salad onto two plates and add two drumsticks to each, drizzling over any resting juices before serving.