Low Carb BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Craving finger-licking chicken without breaking your carb budget? These Low Carb BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are a perfect fit for your healthy eating plan! Juicy drumsticks are marinated with a vibrant blend of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, then baked to crispy perfection and slathered with a tangy low carb BBQ sauce. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick oven bake, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve them fresh out of the oven for a smoky-sweet treat that pairs effortlessly with keto-friendly sides like roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad. Whether you're following a low carb lifestyle or simply looking to enjoy guilt-free BBQ flavors, these drumsticks deliver big on taste and satisfaction!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.5 cup Low carb BBQ sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top (this helps to ensure even cooking by allowing air circulation around the drumsticks).
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix well to form a marinade.
Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss them until they are well coated with the marinade.
Arrange the drumsticks on the wire rack placed over the baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
Bake the drumsticks in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. Remove them from the oven and brush generously with low carb BBQ sauce.
Return the drumsticks to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the drumsticks from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Serve the drumsticks hot, garnished with any fresh herbs of choice or an extra side of low carb BBQ sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 102.1 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 4108 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 179.0 g | 358% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1926 mg | 41% | |
*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.
