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Grilled BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Grilled BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are a summertime favorite, perfect for grill-outs. Make these with a delicious rub & your favorite BBQ sauce!
Prep Time40 minutes
Cook Time22 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Barbequed Chicken Drumsticks, BBQ Drumsticks, BBQ grilled Chicken, BBQ grilled Drumsticks, Grilled BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Servings: 5
Author: Jen CIncyshopper

Ingredients

  • 5-6 Chicken Drumsticks (about 2 lbs)

Brine:

  • 1/4 cup Kosher Salt
  • 6 cup Warm Water

Seasoning:

  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper

Baste:

  • 1/3 cup Barbeque Sauce

Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine kosher salt and water to make brine.
  • Add chicken to a bowl and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Remove chicken and pat dry. Set aside.
  • Turn the grill on high to preheat. If your grill tends to stick, grease with a little oil before starting.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the seasoning ingredients until blended.
  • Rub the seasoning mix into the drumsticks on all sides.
  • Place chicken on grill and sear for 4 minutes.
  • Turn chicken over and sear the other side for 4 minutes.
  • Reduce to low and cook for 4 minutes.
  • Turn chicken over and cook on the other side for 4 minutes.
  • Baste with barbeque sauce and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Turn chicken over, baste with barbeque sauce and then cook on the other side for 3 minutes.
  • Make sure the internal temperature is at least 165.

Notes

Be sure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 6187mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 259IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg