Get ready to ignite your taste buds with Mom's BBQ Chicken, a family-favorite recipe brimming with smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. This easy-to-follow dish combines tender, juicy chicken drumsticks with a homemade spice rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, all perfectly balanced with a touch of honey-infused BBQ glaze. Whether grilled to sizzling perfection or roasted in the oven, these drumsticks deliver caramelized, slightly charred skin and mouthwatering flavor in every bite. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts. Serve it with extra BBQ sauce and your favorite side dishes for a truly satisfying meal. With its quick prep time, bold seasoning, and finger-licking-good glaze, Mom's BBQ Chicken is destined to become a staple in your recipe collection!
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In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the spice mix over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning.
Preheat your grill to medium heat (around 375°F). If you’re using an oven, preheat to 375°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Place the chicken drumsticks on the grill and close the lid. Grill for 20 minutes, turning every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking. If baking, place the chicken in the oven and cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the BBQ glaze by mixing the BBQ sauce and honey in a small bowl.
Once the chicken has cooked for 20 minutes on the grill (or 25-30 minutes in the oven), brush the BBQ glaze generously over each piece.
Continue cooking the chicken for another 10-15 minutes, flipping and basting with more glaze every 5 minutes. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F, and the skin is caramelized and slightly charred.
Remove the chicken from the grill or oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side and enjoy!
Serving size | (1124.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2073.6 |
Total Fat 102.0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 25.2g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
Cholesterol 744mg | 0% |
Sodium 3655.5mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 106.2g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 8.9g | 0% |
Total Sugars 92.8g | |
Protein 186.3g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 260.7mg | 0% |
Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
Potassium 2430.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories