Paleo BBQ Chicken Leg
Get ready to savor the smoky, tender goodness of this Paleo BBQ Chicken Leg recipe—a mouthwatering delight that’s both healthy and irresistibly flavorful! Perfect for fans of clean eating, this dish combines juicy chicken legs with a zesty homemade BBQ sauce made from pantry staples like coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika. The chicken is first baked to perfection and then glazed with the tangy, slightly sweet sauce for a caramelized finish that ensures every bite is packed with bold barbecue flavor. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined-sugar-free, this recipe is ideal for paleo enthusiasts and anyone seeking a wholesome meal with none of the guilt. Serve it hot with grilled veggies or a crisp garden salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing dinner that’s ready in just an hour!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken legs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the chicken legs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and sea salt.
Add the chicken legs to the bowl and massage the seasoning mixture into the chicken until each piece is well coated.
Place the seasoned chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
While the chicken is baking, prepare the paleo BBQ sauce by mixing coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, tomato paste, smoked paprika, and dijon mustard in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Let the sauce simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
After the chicken has baked for 30 minutes, remove it from the oven and brush generously with the prepared BBQ sauce.
Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite Paleo-friendly sides, such as grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.8 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 3982 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.4 g | ||
| Protein | 87.5 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1544 mg | 33% | |
*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.
