Grilled Bbq Chicken Legs
Juicy, smoky, and slathered in a sweet-and-tangy BBQ glaze, these Grilled BBQ Chicken Legs are a summer grilling essential. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these chicken legs are seared to perfection over direct heat before finishing on indirect heat for tender, fall-off-the-bone results. The star of the recipe? A generous layer of BBQ sauce that caramelizes beautifully on the grill, adding layers of bold flavor. Ready in under 45 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for backyard cookouts, family dinners, or game day feasts. Serve these flavorful chicken legs with classic sides like coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans for an irresistibly crowd-pleasing meal. Whether you're a grilling enthusiast or a BBQ sauce fanatic, these chicken legs are guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken legs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
Rinse the chicken legs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Drizzle the chicken legs with olive oil and rub the prepared spice mixture evenly over the chicken legs, ensuring they are well-coated.
Preheat your grill to medium heat, around 375°F (190°C). If using a charcoal grill, arrange the coals to create both direct and indirect heat zones.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Place the chicken legs on the grill over direct heat and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side to achieve nice grill marks.
Move the chicken legs to the indirect heat area of the grill, close the lid, and cook for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C).
During the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush the BBQ sauce generously over the chicken legs, turning them to coat both sides evenly. Let the sauce caramelize, being careful to avoid burning.
Remove the chicken legs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the grilled BBQ chicken legs with extra BBQ sauce on the side, along with your favorite sides like coleslaw or cornbread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.7 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 907 mg | 302% | |
| Sodium | 5172 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 102.7 g | ||
| Protein | 170.6 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2222 mg | 47% | |
*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.
