Whiskey Chicken Drummers Recipe

Name: Whiskey Chicken Drummers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 fluid ounces Worcestershire sauce; 3 fluid ounces whiskey or 3 fluid ounces Bourbon; 3 fluid ounces hot sauce (such as Frank&rsquo,s RedHot); 3 fluid ounces cider vinegar; 24 chicken legs, drummers or 3 lbs chicken legs; 3 tablespoons salt and pepper; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 fluid ounces whiskey; ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce (optional); ⅓ cup hot cayenne pepper sauce (such as Frank&rsquo,s RedHot); 1 teaspoon coarse black pepper

Servings: persons

3 fluid ounces Worcestershire sauce
3 fluid ounces whiskey or 3 fluid ounces Bourbon
3 fluid ounces hot sauce (such as Frank&rsquo,s RedHot)
3 fluid ounces cider vinegar
24 chicken legs, drummers or 3 lbs chicken legs
3 tablespoons salt and pepper
3 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 fluid ounces whiskey
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce (optional)
⅓ cup hot cayenne pepper sauce (such as Frank&rsquo,s RedHot)
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper

1
Mix the marinade ingredients in a large, resealable plastic bag.
2
Season the drummers with salt and pepper and add them to the marinade.
3
Refrigerate for 3 hours, then bring to room temperature.
4
Pre-heat the smoker/oven to 300F.
5
Arrange a wire rack over a baking sheet.
6
Arrange the drummers on the rack and slow-cook for about an hour and 15 minutes.
7
For the sauce, melt the butter in a pan over medium heat.
8
Add the garlic, swirl for 2 minutes, then add the whiskey, Worcestershire (if using), hot sauce and pepper.
9
Drop the heat to low and simmer to thicken, about 10-15 minutes.
10
Toss the drummers with sauce and top with the scallions.
11
Serve with carrot and celery sticks alongside.

1234

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

189

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 fluid ounces Worcestershire sauce, 3 fluid ounces whiskey or 3 fluid ounces Bourbon, 3 fluid ounces hot sauce (such as Frank&rsquo,s RedHot), 3 fluid ounces cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Whiskey Chicken Drummers 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.

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Whiskey Chicken Drummers

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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