Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks
Fire up your grill for these irresistibly smoky and sweet Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks, the ultimate crowd-pleasing recipe for summer cookouts or any casual dining occasion. These tender drumsticks are seasoned with a tantalizing blend of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, then basted in a rich glaze of your favorite BBQ sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar for the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple grilling technique, you’ll achieve juicy, golden-brown drumsticks packed with bold barbecue flavor. Whether served as a main dish or alongside your favorite sides, this recipe is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Keywords: barbecue chicken drumsticks, grilled drumsticks, BBQ chicken recipe, summer cookout recipes, easy chicken recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat, approximately 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the spice mixture.
In a small saucepan, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture begins to bubble, then remove it from the heat.
Place the drumsticks on the preheated grill. Cover and cook for about 25 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
After 25 minutes, start basting the drumsticks with the BBQ glaze. Continue to cook for an additional 15 minutes, basting and turning the drumsticks every 5 minutes.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the drumsticks has reached 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked through, remove the drumsticks from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the barbecue chicken drumsticks hot with some additional BBQ sauce on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
499 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 168 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 867 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 481 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
