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Easy Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Easy Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Get ready to fall in love with the easiest, most delicious BBQ chicken drumsticks you'll ever make! These beauties are baked to perfection in the oven, resulting in incredibly juicy, tender meat and a caramelized, sticky-sweet glaze that's simply irresistible.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 lbs (1.1 kg / 2.43 lb) chicken drumsticks, about 10 to 12
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 cup (240 ml) BBQ sauce, divided
  • for Perfect BBQ Drumsticks
  • Storing Leftovers: Store any leftover drumsticks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. They're delicious cold or reheated gently in the oven.

Method
 

  1. Prep the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F / 200°C.
  2. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  3. Season and Sauce the Chicken: Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they aren't overcrowded.
  4. Sprinkle both sides generously with salt.
  5. Brush both sides of the chicken evenly with ½ cup / 120 ml (4.1 fl oz) of the BBQ sauce.
  6. Bake and Baste: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes. Carefully remove the pan, flip each drumstick over, and brush them with the remaining ½ cup / 120 ml (4.1 fl oz) of BBQ sauce. Return to the oven and continue baking for another 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C.
  7. Get that Perfect Char: For an extra crispy, caramelized finish, switch the oven to the broil setting. Broil the drumsticks for 1-3 minutes, watching them carefully to prevent the sauce from burning.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!
  9. Pat It Dry: For the crispiest skin, pat the chicken drumsticks completely dry with a paper towel before seasoning. Moisture is the enemy of crispiness!
  10. Don't Guess, Temp It: The most reliable way to check for doneness is with an instant-read meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 165°F / 74°C in the thickest part of the drumstick.
  11. Let It Rest: Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes after taking it out of the oven. This helps the juices redistribute, ensuring every bite is moist and flavorful.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 10g

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