BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

These BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are tender, juicy, and coated in a sweet and tangy homemade barbecue sauce, making them a perfect dish for any casual gathering. Gluten-free and bursting with flavor, they are sure to be a hit at your next barbecue.

Ingredients

• Chicken Drumsticks - 4 pieces (about 800g)
• Olive Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic Powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion Powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Apple Cider Vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Tomato Sauce - 1/2 cup
• Worcestershire Sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Mustard - 1 tablespoon
• Smoked Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Rub the marinade all over the chicken drumsticks, ensuring they are well coated.
4. In another bowl, combine honey, apple cider vinegar, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and smoked paprika to make the barbecue sauce.
5. Reserve half of the barbecue sauce for basting and serving, and use the other half to coat the drumsticks.
6. Place the drumsticks on the grill or in the oven on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Cook for 30-35 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with the reserved barbecue sauce for the last 10 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice glaze.
8. Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can support heart health.

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