Description
Enjoy juicy and flavorful Grilled Chicken Legs with this easy recipe. Perfect for summer grilling, these drumsticks are seasoned with a blend of spices, then grilled to crispy perfection. A simple and delicious main course for any outdoor gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 chicken drumsticks (about 2–2.5 pounds)
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for heat)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels.
- Marinate: In a large bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, thyme, and chili powder. Add chicken legs, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 12 hours.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to 400°F.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill the chicken legs for 25–30 minutes, turning every 5–7 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 175°F and skin is crispy and charred.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Lightly oil grill grates to prevent sticking.
- For extra smoky flavor, grill over charcoal or add wood chips.
- Serve with grilled veggies, corn, or potato salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
