Heart-Healthy BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Savor the smoky, tangy flavors of these Heart-Healthy BBQ Chicken Drumsticks, a guilt-free twist on a comfort food favorite. This recipe combines succulent drumsticks with a flavorful marinade of garlic, smoked paprika, and olive oil, delivering a burst of spices in every bite. Brushed with a golden low-sodium BBQ glaze enhanced with a hint of honey and fresh lemon juice, these drumsticks are baked, not fried, making them a wholesome option for your next dinner. Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish, these juicy, protein-packed drumsticks are perfect for a family meal or summer gathering, served alongside a crisp salad or steamed veggies. Healthy, delicious, and easy to prepare, this dish embodies the best of nutritious home cooking! Keywords: heart-healthy, BBQ chicken drumsticks, baked chicken, low-sodium, easy family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss them in the marinade until fully coated.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Arrange the drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
While the drumsticks are baking, mix the low-sodium BBQ sauce, lemon juice, and honey in a small bowl to prepare the glaze.
After 20 minutes, remove the drumsticks from the oven and brush them with the prepared BBQ glaze.
Return the drumsticks to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the glaze is caramelized.
Remove the drumsticks from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your heart-healthy BBQ chicken drumsticks with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1962 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.1 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 686 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.5 g | ||
| Protein | 179.0 g | 358% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2335 mg | 50% | |
*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.
