Pesto Chicken Drumsticks

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Pesto Chicken Drumsticks - Cuso Cuts

When you think about tailgating or a party where you want to mix and mingle, finger foods are a fantastic choice. Today I’m sharing my Pesto Chicken Drumsticks recipe. It’s not overly complex by way of preparation but is definitely complex in flavor. Your tongue will dance and prepare for compliments.

Chicken Food Safety Tips

There are certain safety tips when it comes to how you handle chicken. For example, you should prepare raw chicken away from other food so the juices don’t mix. Other precautions include:

  • Putting the chicken in a plastic bag before refrigerating to avoid potential drips into other food.
  • Wash your hands before and after handling chicken
  • Always thoroughly wash any surface on which raw chicken sat before using it for other foods, including cutting boards, dishes, and cutting knives.
  • When cooking or grilling chicken, use a meat thermometer, looking for an internal temperature of 165F
  • Move chicken leftovers into the refrigerator or freezer within two hours after serving.

Tools for Pesto Chicken Drumsticks

  • Tongues, grilling mit
  • Kingsford Flavor Booster Charcoal: Basil Sage
  • Chef Knife

PitMaster’s Memo

The perfect finger food doesn’t make a mess (usually) as you carry it around. It’s not a new-fangled idea. Finger foods began with the French canape and other bite-size hors d’oeuvres. Little plates appeared before servings of main courses, often while there was entertainment. The way the morsels looked was important. Presentation counted for a lot on the aristocracy’s table (think butter sculptures with mini breads).

Sides

Asian noodle salad (hot or cold)

Baby spiced potatoes

Corn on the cob, grilled

Honey roasted carrots

Scalloped potatoes with cheese

Stuffed mushroom caps

From the Bar

India Pale Ale

Sake

Sparkling white grape juice

Sweet tea

Syrah

Whisky

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