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Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy and tender Chicken drumsticks baked in the oven with a sweet and tangy bbq sauce.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Lactose
Servings: 6
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 4 lb Chicken drumsticks about 12
  • 2 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp Onion powder
  • 2 tbsp Chili powder
  • 2 tbsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp Ground ginger
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 2 cups Sugar-free BBQ sauce or low sugar

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, add drumsticks, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, ginger, salt, and pepper. Using your clean hands, generously rub the seasoning all over the drumsticks.
  • Refrigerate to allow the seasonings to penetrate the meat, for at least 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile preheat the oven to 350F and line a roasting tin with aluminum foil for easy cleanup, if desired.
  • Transfer the chicken drumsticks to the prepared roasting tin arranging them on the wire rack with a little space in between.
  • Bake, in the middle of the oven, for 40-50 minutes, flipping half time.
  • When the time is up, remove from the oven and brush each chicken drumstick with BBQ sauce. Return to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, then flip the drumsticks and repeat the process once again.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

The serving size is 2 drumsticks
NOTE: Please note that all ovens are different and some may find that you need to cook the drumsticks for an additional 15-20 minutes. You may also increase the temperature to 400F
Substitutes:
  • You may use chicken breast or thighs
  • Use your favorite healthy BBQ sauce
Storage:
Place leftovers in a container and store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat. You can store it in a ziplock bag and freeze it for up to 3 months.
Nutritional facts:
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on the products used. It is calculated using normal store-bought BBQ sauce not sugar-free

Nutrition

Calories: 522kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 186mg | Sodium: 2014mg | Potassium: 850mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 2247IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 3mg