Description
Craving that backyard BBQ flavor without lighting a grill? These Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Legs are your weeknight flavor bomb—crisp on the outside, juicy inside, and lacquered in a smoky-sweet glaze that sticks in the best way. Made with pantry spices and your favorite barbecue sauce, this no-fuss recipe delivers serious comfort with every sticky bite. Rain or shine, it’s BBQ time.
Ingredients
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6 chicken legs (drumsticks), skin-on
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½ cup barbecue sauce
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp cayenne (adjust to taste)
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top if available.
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Make spice rub: Mix garlic powder, cayenne, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
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Prep chicken: Pat legs very dry. Rub all over with spice mix. Let sit 5 mins.
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First bake: Arrange legs on rack or pan. Bake uncovered 30 mins.
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Sauce it up: Brush legs generously with BBQ sauce. Return to oven for 10–15 mins.
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Broil: Set oven to broil. Broil 2–3 mins until sauce bubbles and edges caramelize. Watch closely!
Notes
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Pat chicken dry = crispier skin
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Broil for charred flavor without a grill
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Use sugar-free BBQ sauce for low-carb option
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 23g