Chili-Rubbed Drumsticks
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

A spicy chili rubs seasons these turkey drumsticks prior to smoke cooking. Serve with your choice of bottled salsa or barbecue sauce.


Chili-Rubbed Drumsticks

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Servings: Makes 6 servings.
Related Categories: Low Calorie, Low Carb, Low Fat Dinners, Low Sodium, Smoked Turkey, Turkey, Turkey Legs
 
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Ingredients
  • 6  to 8
    hickory wood chunks
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  • 1  Tbsp.
    chili powder
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  • 1  Tbsp.
    finely shredded lime peel
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  • 1-1/2  tsp.
    ground cumin
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  • 1/2  tsp.
    salt
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  • 6  small
    turkey drumsticks (8 to 12 oz. each)
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    Bottled salsa or barbecue sauce (optional)
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Directions
1.
At least 1 hour before smoke cooking, soak wood chunks in enough water to cover. Drain before using.
2.
For rub, in a small bowl, combine chili powder, lime peel, cumin, and salt. Sprinkle mixture evenly over turkey; rub in with your fingers.
3.
In a smoker, arrange preheated coals, drained wood chunks, and water pan according to the manufacturer's directions. Pour water into pan. Place drumsticks on the grill rack over water pan. Cover; smoke for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until juices run clear (180 degrees F). Add additional coals and water as needed to maintain temperature and moisture. If desired, serve the turkey with salsa. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 178, Total Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 269 mg, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 4%, Calcium 4%, Iron 11%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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