Italian Marinated Barbecued Chicken

photo by loof751

- Ready In:
- 35mins
- Ingredients:
- 11
- Serves:
-
6
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
directions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine all ingredients (except chicken) and whisk thoroughly.
- In a wide, shallow re-sealable dish, arrange chicken pieces in one layer (Note: A gallon-sized baggie could be used instead).
- Pour marinade over chicken pieces and cover dish.
- Marinate refrigerated for 2-24 hours, occasionally turning chicken pieces for full coverage.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 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 170°F.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Reviews
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Excellant marinade - I also sometimes use bottled Italian dressing for a quick and easy marinade and this is a great alternative. The whole family enjoyed it so much, I may make it again for our 4th of July cook-out. This reminds me of a favorite marinade recipe I used years ago and lost - I'm so glad to find this one to replace it! Made and enjoyed for Aussie/NZ Recipe Swap #17.
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This marinade made some delicious grilled chicken! I marinated boneless skinless breasts overnight - the flavor was delicious and the chicken was juicy but not very tender. The tangy Italian flavor of this chicken makes it perfect for using leftovers on a chicken ceasar salad too! Thanks for sharing your recipe!
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I am a mother of three picky kiddos and one furry child who is ready and willing to eat what they drop to the floor. My husband and I enjoy experimenting with different cuisines. We are foodies at heart.