Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Creamy Pasta Salad and Coleslaw

This Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Creamy Pasta Salad and Coleslaw is a delicious and satisfying meal featuring smoky grilled chicken, a rich and creamy pasta salad loaded with vegetables, and a crisp, refreshing coleslaw. It’s perfect for barbecues, picnics, meal prep, or a hearty family dinner.

Ingredients

For the Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

8 chicken drumsticks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Creamy Pasta Salad

3 cups cooked penne pasta
1 cup sweet corn kernels
1 cup green peas
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

For the Coleslaw

4 cups green cabbage, shredded
1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
1 cup carrots, shredded
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

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