Italian Marinated Barbecued Chicken Recipe

Name: Italian Marinated Barbecued Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 chicken drumsticks (medium-sized); 1 cup red wine vinegar; 1 1/3 cups vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (crushed in the palm of your hand); 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried sage (I used rubbed sage); 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

12 chicken drumsticks (medium-sized)
1 cup red wine vinegar
1 1/3 cups vegetable oil
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried rosemary (crushed in the palm of your hand)
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried sage (I used rubbed sage)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 egg, beaten

1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine all ingredients (except chicken) and whisk thoroughly.
2
In a wide, shallow re-sealable dish, arrange chicken pieces in one layer (Note: A gallon-sized baggie could be used instead).
3
Pour marinade over chicken pieces and cover dish.
4
Marinate refrigerated for 2-24 hours, occasionally turning chicken pieces for full coverage.
5
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
6
Grill chicken for 20-30 minutes, turning and basting with marinade every five minutes, until cooked through. Chicken is cooked through when a fork pierced through the thickest part releases clear juice, or the internal temperature reaches 170u00b0F.
7
Serve and enjoy!

1260

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 chicken drumsticks (medium-sized), 1 cup red wine vinegar, 1 1/3 cups vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon dried basil, and more.

Yes, Italian Marinated Barbecued Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian Marinated Barbecued Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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