Description

Serve these chicken drumettes as an appetizer or as the main dish. They come with a sweet and sticky plum glaze that will be loved by all. You may want to double the glaze ingredients to be sure to have enough for serving on the side at the table.

Ingredients

• 12 chicken drumsticks, about 3 lb.
• 2 T. canola oil
• salt, to taste
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 T. unsalted butter
• 1/4 c. finely chopped or grated red onion
• 2 red or purple plums (4 oz. each), pitted and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1/4 c. hot pepper jelly for a spicy glaze or a sweet red pepper jelly for a milder one
• 1 T. Dijon mustard
• 1/4 c. water

Steps

1. Preheat the grill to moderate heat.
2. Wash chicken and pat dry with paper towels. Rub chicken with oil; season with salt and pepper.
3. Grill over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 30 minutes.