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Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Juicy chicken drumsticks baked with savory barbecue sauce, delivering a crispy skin and smoky flavor that’s perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
  4. Coat the drumsticks with the barbecue sauce mixture.
  5. Place the drumsticks on a rack in a baking pan or tray.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
  7. Serve hot with extra barbecue sauce if desired.

Notes

Marinade for at least 30 minutes for better flavor absorption. Adjust cooking time based on drumstick size.