BBQ Drumsticks
Get ready to savor the smoky, sweet, and tangy goodness of BBQ Drumsticks, a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for summer cookouts or cozy family dinners. This recipe features tender chicken drumsticks coated in a flavorful spice rub made with garlic powder, paprika, and chili powder, then baked or grilled to crispy perfection. The drumsticks are basted with a rich BBQ glaze—a mouthwatering blend of barbecue sauce, honey, and cider vinegar—that caramelizes beautifully, adding depth and a sticky-sweet finish. Ready in just under an hour, these juicy, perfectly seasoned drumsticks are as easy to make as they are delicious. Pair them with classic sides like coleslaw, potato salad, or grilled vegetables for a meal that will have everyone reaching for seconds! Keywords: BBQ drumsticks, grilled chicken recipe, homemade BBQ glaze, easy chicken dinner, summer grilling 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 garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). If using a grill, heat it to medium-high.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and chili powder to form a rub.
Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels to ensure they get crispy. Coat them evenly with the spice rub, making sure to get both the skin and flesh well coated.
Place the drumsticks on a lined baking sheet if baking, or on the grill grates if grilling. Bake in the preheated oven or place on the grill for about 30 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
While the drumsticks are cooking, prepare the BBQ glaze. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine BBQ sauce, honey, and cider vinegar. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened.
After 30 minutes of initial cooking, brush the drumsticks generously with the BBQ glaze, then return them to the oven or grill.
Continue to cook for another 15 minutes, turning and basting with glaze every 5 minutes, until the drumsticks are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once done, remove the drumsticks from the oven or grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your choice of sides, such as coleslaw, corn on the cob, or potato salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2010 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 102.0 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 3676 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.6 g | ||
| Protein | 185.9 g | 372% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2408 mg | 51% | |
*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.
