Description
These Grilled Chicken Drumsticks are seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices and grilled to juicy perfection. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a simple weeknight dinner, these drumsticks are easy to make and full of delicious smoky flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 6–8 chicken legs (drumsticks)
- 2 T olive oil
- 1 – 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground mustard
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Heat the grill to medium-high (400°F-450°F).
- Prepare the chicken: Pat dry the drumsticks, brush with olive oil, and season with the spice mix.
- Grill the chicken: Clean and oil the grill, place drumsticks on the grill. Cook for 25 minutes, flipping every 5 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 185°F.
- Rest and serve: Remove from grill, let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Let chicken legs come to room temperature before grilling.
- Season under the skin for more flavor.
- Cook drumsticks to 185°F for tender meat.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning for crispy skin.
- Oil the grill to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
