BBQ CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS (STICKY, SMOKY, AND FALL-OFF-THE-BONE)
These BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are juicy, smoky, and coated in a sticky barbecue glaze. Baked until tender and caramelized, they make the perfect easy dinner, game day snack, or summer cookout favorite.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or foil
- Mixing Bowl
- Basting brush
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 12 chicken drumsticks
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
BBQ Sauce:
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Prep Chicken:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Pat drumsticks dry and toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Bake:
- Arrange drumsticks on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Make BBQ Glaze:
- In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar.
Glaze & Finish:
- Brush drumsticks generously with BBQ glaze and bake another 10 minutes until sticky and caramelized.
Serve:
- Serve hot with extra barbecue sauce if desired.
Notes
- Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra caramelization.
- Use your favorite BBQ sauce flavor.
- Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).