Whole30 BBQ Chicken Leg

Savor the smoky and bold flavors of this Whole30 BBQ Chicken Leg recipe—a healthy, flavor-packed dish that's perfect for any weeknight dinner or backyard barbecue. These juicy chicken legs are coated in a delicious homemade BBQ sauce crafted with wholesome ingredients like tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and coconut aminos, delivering a naturally sweet and tangy bite without added sugars. Enhanced with a vibrant blend of smoked paprika, chili powder, and garlic, every tender bite is bursting with spice and zest. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a simple oven-baked method, this recipe guarantees perfectly crispy skin and a crave-worthy glaze. Pair these Whole30-compliant chicken legs with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a satisfying, paleo-friendly meal that's both easy and downright irresistible.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken legs
• 6 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 4 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined to form the BBQ sauce.

Step 3

Place the chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure crispy skin.

Step 4

Brush the chicken legs with olive oil on all sides.

Step 5

Generously coat each chicken leg with the prepared Whole30 BBQ sauce, ensuring they are fully covered.

Step 6

Place the chicken legs in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes.

Step 7

After 25 minutes, flip the chicken legs to ensure even cooking and reapply more BBQ sauce if necessary.

Step 8

Continue baking for another 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 10

Serve the BBQ chicken legs with your favorite Whole30 compliant sides, such as roasted vegetables or a simple salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(831.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1124.5

Total Fat 67.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 453.5mg	0%
Sodium 2522.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 89.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 106.1mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 2055.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 12.8%