Sous Vide Chicken Drumsticks: A Low-Effort, High-Reward Meal Solution

Sous vide cooking has gained immense popularity among home cooks and professional chefs alike due to its ability to produce consistently delicious and perfectly cooked meals. One of the most beloved and versatile cuts of meat is chicken drumsticks.

However, achieving the perfect texture and flavor can be a daunting task, especially for those who are not experienced in the kitchen. Fortunately, sous vide cooking provides a low-effort, high-reward solution for cooking chicken drumsticks to perfection. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of sous vide cooking and share our tips and tricks for making mouth-watering chicken drumsticks using this method.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner, this guide will help you master the art of sous vide cooking and impress your dinner guests with tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken drumsticks. Let’s get started and learn a delicious and simple recipe.

The ingredients you’ll need are listed below.

Ingredients :

• 6 chicken drumsticks
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp dried thyme
• 1 tbsp dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment :

• Biolomix Sous Vide Cooker
• Sous vide container
• Ziplock bags or vacuum sealer bags
• Kitchen tongs

Instructions To Make Sous Vide Chicken Drumsticks :

1. Preheat the water bath to 165°F/74°C using the Biolomix Sous Vide Cooker.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
3. Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels and place them in a ziplock bag or vacuum sealer bag.
4. Pour the marinade over the chicken drumsticks and seal the bag, making sure to remove as much air as possible.
5. Place the bag in the water bath and cook for 2 hours.
6. After 2 hours, remove the bag from the water bath and carefully remove the chicken drumsticks from the bag using kitchen tongs.
7. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken drumsticks for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
8. Serve hot with your favorite sides and enjoy!

Tips :

• To save time, you can prepare the marinade and bag the chicken drumsticks the night before and store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
• If you don’t have a vacuum sealer, you can use the water displacement method to remove the air from the ziplock bag.
• If you prefer a spicier flavor, you can add cayenne pepper or chili powder to the marinade.
• To ensure even cooking, make sure the chicken drumsticks are fully submerged in the water bath during the cooking process.
• You can also add other herbs and spices to the marinade, such as oregano or basil, to customize the flavor to your liking.

Sous vide cooking is a fantastic way to achieve perfectly cooked and delicious chicken drumsticks every time. With the help of the Biolomix Sous Vide Cooker and a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and juicy meal with minimal effort.

By cooking the chicken at a precise temperature for a set amount of time, the sous vide method ensures that the chicken is fully cooked, tender, and never overdone. Plus, the added benefit of being able to prepare the chicken ahead of time and finish it off with a quick sear means that you can enjoy a high-quality meal with minimal fuss.

So next time you’re looking for a low-effort, high-reward meal solution, try making sous vide chicken drumsticks using the Biolomix Sous Vide Cooker. Your taste buds (and your dinner guests) will thank you!