Whole30 BBQ Chicken Legs

Fire up your oven for these finger-licking Whole30 BBQ Chicken Legs, a perfectly healthy and satisfying twist on classic barbecue. Juicy chicken legs are rubbed with a flavorful blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder before being basted with a rich, homemade BBQ sauce made from coconut aminos, balsamic vinegar, and tomato paste. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no refined sugars or processed ingredients, this paleo-friendly recipe delivers smoky, tangy, and slightly spicy flavors in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, these tender, oven-baked chicken legs pair beautifully with roasted veggies or a fresh salad for a wholesome, Whole30-compliant meal everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces chicken legs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup coconut aminos
• 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Brush the olive oil and spice mixture over the chicken legs, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, combine the coconut aminos, balsamic vinegar, tomato paste, ground mustard, and cayenne pepper. Add the water to thin out the mixture.

Step 6

Heat the saucepan over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until the mixture is combined and heated through, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 7

Brush half of the homemade BBQ sauce over the chicken legs, leaving the remaining sauce for later.

Step 8

Place the chicken legs in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the chicken from the oven, brush with the remaining BBQ sauce, and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is golden brown and sticky.

Step 10

Let the chicken legs rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the juices to redistribute. Enjoy your Whole30 BBQ Chicken Legs with your favorite compliant sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1457.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2074.7

Total Fat 133.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 907.0mg	0%
Sodium 4353.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 170.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151.9mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 2383.6mg	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: 59.4%

Protein: 33.8%

Carbs: 6.8%