Barbecue Chicken Legs

Juicy, smoky, and irresistibly flavorful, these Barbecue Chicken Legs are a classic crowd-pleaser perfect for any backyard cookout or family dinner. Coated in a sweet and savory spice rub made with paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar, then baked or grilled to crispy perfection, these chicken legs are basted in a generous glaze of barbecue sauce for that signature sticky finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken packed with bold barbecue flavor. Serve them hot alongside coleslaw, cornbread, or grilled veggies for a mouthwatering meal everyone will love. Perfect for both oven baking and grilling, this recipe ensures you can enjoy authentic barbecue taste year-round!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken legs
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking, or prepare your grill for medium-high heat if grilling.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and brown sugar to create the spice rub.

Step 3

Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels, then rub olive oil over each piece to coat them lightly.

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken legs, ensuring they are well covered.

Step 5

If baking: Place the chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 6

If grilling: Place the chicken legs on the preheated grill, skin-side down, and close the lid. Grill for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Step 7

After initial cooking, brush the barbecue sauce over each chicken leg generously.

Step 8

If baking: Return to the oven for another 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), brushing with more barbecue sauce halfway through.

Step 9

If grilling: Continue grilling for another 10-15 minutes, frequently basting with barbecue sauce and turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Remove the chicken legs from the oven or grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with your favorite sides. Enjoy your delicious barbecue chicken legs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	929.9 grams (929.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1643

Total Fat 82.40g	106%
Saturated Fat 19.20g	96%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 454mg	151%
Sodium 4436mg	193%
Total Carbohydrate 134.70g	49%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 108.10g
Protein 87.10g	174%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 171mg	13%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 1664mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 33.1%