Description
A flavorful, easy-to-make recipe for BBQ chicken drumsticks that creates joyful memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Chicken: Rinse the chicken drumsticks under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Season: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the drumsticks in the mix until they’re coated evenly.
- Bake: Arrange the seasoned drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake in your preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Add BBQ Sauce: After 20 minutes, remove the drumsticks and brush them generously with BBQ sauce. Return to the oven for another 20-25 minutes, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest: Allow the drumsticks to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, all ingredients are already dairy-free! Use gluten-free BBQ sauce for dietary accommodations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: BBQ chicken, drumsticks, family dinner, easy recipes