Paleo BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
These finger-licking Paleo BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are a flavorful and guilt-free take on a classic barbecue favorite! Coated in a smoky, tangy, and naturally sweet homemade BBQ sauce made with coconut aminos, tomato paste, raw honey, and a blend of spices, these drumsticks are oven-baked to juicy perfection with a caramelized finish. With just 15 minutes of prep, this recipe is not only Paleo-friendly but also free from refined sugars and artificial additives, making it ideal for a wholesome family dinner or a crowd-pleasing snack. Pair them up with your favorite veggie sides for a complete, satisfying meal. Whether you're on a Paleo diet or simply looking for a healthier chicken recipe, these drumsticks will quickly become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
- 0.25 cup coconut aminos
- 0.5 cup tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons raw honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, tomato paste, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and sea salt until well combined to create the Paleo-friendly BBQ sauce.
Place the chicken drumsticks in a large bowl or a resealable plastic bag. Pour half of the prepared BBQ sauce over the drumsticks and toss to coat them evenly.
Arrange the coated drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the drumsticks from the oven and brush them with the remaining BBQ sauce.
Return the drumsticks to the oven and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce is caramelized.
Allow the drumsticks to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Paleo BBQ Chicken Drumsticks with your favorite Paleo-friendly side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2055 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.6 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 4035 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.4 g | ||
| Protein | 184.5 g | 369% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 3259 mg | 69% | |
*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.
