Description
Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are a mouthwatering delight that combines crispy skin and juicy meat, perfect for any occasion. Whether you are hosting a casual dinner party or preparing a quick weeknight meal, these drumsticks come coated in a robust spice rub and topped with tangy barbecue sauce. Each bite is bursting with rich flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, they are healthier than fried options while still delivering that satisfying crunch. Easy to make and fully customizable, these baked barbecue chicken legs will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉ and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry to ensure crispiness.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to create a spice rub.
- Rub the mixture evenly over the drumsticks.
- Place the seasoned drumsticks on the baking sheet with space between each piece.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until nearly cooked through.
- Brush BBQ sauce generously on each drumstick and return to the oven for an additional 10–15 minutes until caramelized and cooked to an internal temperature of 165℉.
- Allow resting for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg