Description
Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are a delicious and hassle-free dish perfect for any occasion. With their crispy skin and succulent meat, these drumsticks are coated in a flavorful spice rub and generously slathered with tangy barbecue sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe requires minimal prep time, allowing you to focus on enjoying your meal with family and friends. Plus, they are easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve them alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 fresh chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin 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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over the drumsticks.
- Arrange the seasoned drumsticks in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until nearly cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and brush each drumstick with BBQ sauce.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg