Cilantro Lime Chicken Drumsticks | Weight Watchers Instant Pot Recipe

There’s nothing easier than these cilantro lime chicken drumsticks make in the Instant Pot. They’re quick, so juicy, and delicious.

The whole family LOVES them. I like that they’re very Weight Watchers friendly with just 6 Freestyle Smart Points per serving. Check out the video below if you don’t believe how easy it is to make these delicious drumsticks!

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Cilantro Lime Chicken Drumsticks | Instant Pot WW Recipe

Instructions:

1. Add the olive oil to the Instant Pot and turn to sauté. When the oil is hot add the drumsticks. Sprinkle the seasoning over the drumsticks. Use tongs to stir the drumsticks and brown on each side for 2 minutes.

2. Add the lime juice, cilantro, and chicken broth to the Instant Pot. Lock the lid into place and turn the pressure valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 9 minutes. When done let the pressure release naturally.

3. Transfer the drumstick to a baking sheet and broil until golden brown for about 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with more cilantro and serve while warm.

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Cilantro Lime Chicken Drumsticks

These Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken Drumsticks are the perfect Instant Pot Dinner recipe!

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time20 mins

Total Time25 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cilantro Lime Chicken Drumsticks

Servings: 3 servings

Calories: 480kcal

Author: Meagen Brosius

Ingredients

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 6 drumsticks
• 4 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp. crushed red peppers
• 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp. salt
• Juice from 1 lime
• 2 tbsp. chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

Instructions

• Add the olive oil to the Instant Pot and turn to sautÈ. When the oil is hot add the drumsticks. Sprinkle the seasoning over the drumsticks. Use tongs to stir the drumsticks and brown on each side for 2 minutes.
• Add the lime juice, cilantro, and chicken broth to the Instant Pot. Lock the lid into place and turn the pressure valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 9 minutes. When done let the pressure release naturally.
• Transfer the drumstick to a baking sheet and broil until golden brown for about 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with more cilantro and serve while warm.

Notes

Weight Watchers | 1 Serving (Recipe Serves 3) | 6 Freestyle Smart Points

Nutrition

Serving: 2drumsticks | Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.3g | Protein: 47.2g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 7.4g | Cholesterol: 244mg | Sodium: 1180mg | Potassium: 677mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 24% | Vitamin C: 10% | Calcium: 4% | Iron: 22%

*nutrition calculations are approximate

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