Description
This grilled BBQ chicken drumsticks recipe is perfect for summer cookouts, featuring tender, juicy chicken with a flavorful seasoning rub and the perfect barbecue sauce glaze.
Ingredients
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Chicken
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- 5-6 Chicken Drumsticks (about 2 lbs)
Brine
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- 1/4 cup Kosher Salt
- 6 cup Warm Water
Seasoning
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- 2 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Brown Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Pepper
Baste
- 1/3 cup Barbeque Sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the brine: In a large bowl, combine kosher salt and warm water to create a brine solution.
- Soak the chicken: Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl of brine and let them sit for 30 minutes. This will help tenderize and flavor the chicken.
- Dry the chicken: Remove the chicken from the brine and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
- Preheat the grill: Turn the grill on high to preheat. If your grill tends to stick, grease it lightly with oil before starting to prevent sticking.
- Make the seasoning mix: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the seasoning ingredients, including paprika, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, and pepper.
- Season the chicken: Rub the seasoning mixture evenly onto the chicken drumsticks, making sure to coat all sides well.
- Start grilling: Place the seasoned chicken on the hot grill and sear for about 4 minutes on one side.
- Flip and sear again: Turn the chicken over and sear the other side for another 4 minutes.
- Lower heat to cook through: Reduce the grill heat to low and cook the chicken for 4 minutes on one side.
- Flip and cook again: Turn the chicken over and cook for another 4 minutes on the other side.
- Baste with BBQ sauce: Generously baste the chicken with barbecue sauce and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Final coating and cooking: Flip the chicken once more, baste the other side with barbecue sauce, and cook for 3 more minutes.
- Check for doneness: Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches at least 165°F before serving. Enjoy your flavorful BBQ chicken drumsticks!
Notes
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F to guarantee it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- For added flavor, use a smoky or spicy barbecue sauce of your choice.
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the chili powder in the seasoning mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
