Sticky Lemon and Garlic Drumsticks with Peas and Couscous
By OcadoLife
Published on 22 August 2023
“Chicken drumsticks are fantastic for little fingers. Scale up the number of these wallet-friendly Sticky Lemon and Garlic Drumsticks for older kids and adults,” says food writer Rebecca Wilson, author of Fast Family Food. Looking for more chicken recipes? Look no further.Time and servings
50 minsTotal time
4Servings
15 minsPrep time
35 minsCooking time
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp runny honey
- 1 garlic clove, crushed or grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp mixed herbs
- ½ unwaxed lemon, zest and juice
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 4 chicken drumsticks
- 150g couscous
- ½ low-salt chicken stock cube (optional)
- 120g frozen peas, cooked
- 120g green beans, trimmed
Method
Step 1
To make the marinade, mix the honey, garlic, oil, herbs, lemon zest and juice in a large bowl with plenty of black pepper. Add the cornflour and mix until combined. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Cover and put in the fridge for up to 8 hrs or use right away.Step 2
Preheat the oven to 220°C/ 200°C fan/gas 7. Arrange the drumsticks in a lined roasting tin and bake for 30-35 mins, until golden and cooked through.Step 3
Meanwhile, cook the couscous as per the pack instructions (crumble in the stock cube, if using). Microwave the peas and beans in a covered bowl with a splash of water on high for 4 mins (or boil). Drain and separate the veg.Step 4
Remove the drumsticks to a plate. Add the drained beans to the roasting tin and toss.Step 5
Fluff up the couscous with a fork and fold through the peas. Serve with the drumsticks and beans. Leftovers will keep in a chilled airtight container for up to 3 days.