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Grilled chicken legs on a platter garnished with chopped parsley.
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The BEST Grilled Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

Serve for a simple dinner or grilling with family and friends. This easy recipe for grilled chicken legs is delicious and an affordable meal.
Course Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 310kcal
Author Deb Clark

Ingredients

  • 8-10 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Combine all of the spice ingredients.
  • Pat the chicken legs with a paper towel.
  • Place the chicken in a large ziplock bag and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle the spice ingredients over the chicken. Massage it in well. You want the chicken completely coated with the amazing spice mix.
  • Preheat the grill to 350 degrees. Make sure your grill is clean! Lightly spray the grates with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Add the chicken, grill for about 25 minutes total, flipping the chicken every 3-5 minutes so it doesn't burn.
  • Chicken is done when the internal temperature is 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 744mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 393IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg