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Garlic BBQ drumsticks with a sticky glaze, oven-baked chicken recipe

Garlic BBQ Drumsticks

Easy and flavorful Garlic BBQ Drumsticks, baked for a crispy outside and juicy inside, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 8 pieces drumsticks Chicken drumsticks
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Any BBQ sauce of choice
  • 2 tbsp butter Melted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic for flavor
  • Paprika to taste Use as seasoning

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Season the chicken drumsticks with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and place the seasoned drumsticks on a baking sheet.

Baking

  • Bake the drumsticks for 35 minutes.
  • While the chicken is baking, mix the BBQ sauce, melted butter, and minced garlic in a bowl.
  • After 35 minutes, brush the garlic BBQ sauce all over the drumsticks.
  • Return the drumsticks to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until they are sticky and caramelized.

Notes

For more flavor, marinate the drumsticks in the BBQ sauce and garlic mixture for a few hours before baking. You can add other spices to the seasoning mix, like garlic powder or onion powder. Making sure to place the drumsticks on a baking rack if you have one for crispier skin.
Keyword BBQ Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Easy Dinner, Garlic BBQ Drumsticks, Oven Baked Chicken