Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
These oven baked BBQ chicken drumsticks are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, bursting with bold, smoky flavor. Coated in a savory spice rub and slathered in sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, they roast to tender perfection with minimal effort—making them perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Servings: 4
Calories: 439kcal
Ingredients
- 8 fresh chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin recommended
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside.
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the oil and spice mixture evenly over all the drumsticks.
- Arrange the seasoned drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is nearly cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and generously brush each drumstick with BBQ sauce.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165℉ and the BBQ sauce has caramelized.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving warm. Enjoy!