Melissa Girimonte

Lara Buchar

When it comes to affordability, chicken drumsticks tend to be the go-to cut of poultry for family dinners. Learn how to elevate the humble drumstick into incredible mains with these saucy marinades, rubs and star chef concoctions!

Smokey salt and pepper drumsticks on a grille

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The bright flavours of a popular Thai appetizer transform chicken drumsticks into a delicious main dish. Toss them in some of the peanut sauce before grilling, and serve them with more of the sauce on the side.

No grill, no problem. These sticky wings can be made on the stovetop in a pinch. Bonus: you can take the meat off the bone and use the leftovers to make delicious pulled chicken sandwiches.

These drumsticks are turned into an easy, one-pan chicken Parmesan recipe your family is sure to gobble up. Dark meat fans, dig in!

Chipotle sea salt is the secret ingredient in Ree Drummond&rsquo;s smokey grilled chicken recipe. Serve them hot off the grill with your favourite barbecue sauce on the side.

An amazingly flavourful prep-ahead meal, you&rsquo;ll love this one-pot dish. Prep the ingredients the night before and pop in the oven for a delicious Filipino-inspired dinner in a flash.

Finger-lickin&rsquo; chicken can be made right at home with this easy and fast recipe. Buttermilk and mustard coat each drum in tangy flavour while the cornflake and herb crust deliver the ultimate crunchy coating.

Two tasty cruciferous veggies come together in this cheesy bake with chicken drumsticks.

Your reward for prepping this in the morning before: tender chicken drums coated with thick, sticky and sweet sauce. Serve with a simple salad and a quick-cooked pot of rice.

Slow Cooker Asian-Style Drumsticks

Keep the napkins handy for these maple mustard sesame chicken drumsticks. The crunchy sesame seed coating adds visual flair.

Get your drummers drunk with a lager, lime, garlic and soy sauce marinade. The result is a sweet and spicy entr&eacute;e perfect for hot summer nights.

Maple syrup and chili sauce combine to create a sweet and spicy main. Serve with anything from roasted veggies and rice to potatoes and corn.

These easy chicken legs have all the flavours of a classic, sticky-sweet barbecue version, without the hassle of cleaning the grill or even stepping outside your back door.

Behold, a hearty, easy Sunday night dinner that doesn&rsquo;t take all afternoon to prepare. Simply layer herbs, artichokes, kale and drumsticks in a pan and let the flavours meld into a fragrant and flavourful meal.

Make authentic Texas-style fried chicken with this tasty recipe that includes sweet, spicy and acidic chicken sauce.

14 Sensational Chicken Drumstick Recipes