Craving some smoky, juicy, and fall-off-the-bone chicken legs? Look no further than these Old-Fashioned BBQ Chicken Legs! This classic recipe is a timeless favorite for backyard barbecues, family gatherings, or a simple weeknight dinner. With a few pantry staples and some tender chicken legs, you can create a mouthwatering dish that's sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Whether you prefer a tangy sauce, a sweet and smoky glaze, or a spicy rub, this recipe offers three variations to suit every taste. The article provides detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure perfectly cooked chicken legs every time. So, fire up your grill or oven, gather your ingredients, and get ready to indulge in the smoky goodness of these Old-Fashioned BBQ Chicken Legs.
OVEN BBQ CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
A wonderful chicken recipe that can either be nice and gentle, or have a bit of a kick!
Provided by Nichole S
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Leg Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place drumsticks in a baking dish.
- Whisk water, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, butter, salt, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and chili powder together in a bowl; pour mixture over drumsticks. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour, turning chicken about halfway through. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 142.3 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 39.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 2071.9 mg, Sugar 18.3 g
BARBECUED CHICKEN LEGS
On a lazy sunny summer day, these BBQ chicken legs are the best ever. We enjoy it with baked beans and watermelon. Try the zesty barbecue sauce on other grilled meats, too. -Agnes Golian, Garfield Heights, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, brown chicken in oil. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, vinegar, steak sauce and hot pepper sauce; pour over chicken., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, basting every 15 minutes with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein.
OLD-FASHIONED BBQ CHICKEN
Make and share this Old-Fashioned BBQ Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by love4culinary
Categories Weeknight
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- whisk first 10 ingredients well in med bowl.
- Remove 1 1/2c of mix; cover& refrigerate.
- Place chicken in lg zip bag.
- Add rest of marinade, seal& toss to coat; Chill overnight, turning several times Oil grill rack; 4-5inches from heat.
- Prepare med.
- fire& place legs and thighs on for 10 mins& then add other pieces.
- Cover leaving vent open, cook turning often for 30-35 mins Internal temps should be 170 for breasts, 180 thighs, legs and wings.
- Heat sauce in fridge and brush each piece generously.
- Garnish with watercress.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1026.2, Fat 61.1, SaturatedFat 17.2, Cholesterol 297.9, Sodium 1464, Carbohydrate 41.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 37.9, Protein 75.7
MY FAVORITE GRILLED CHICKEN EVER
Kelli Bhattacharjee gave me this recipe, which was a winner one year at Versailles Poultry Days. I made a few changes to it and this is hands down my favorite grilled chicken ever! I have literally been making it at least once a week since I've had the recipe. Try it. You won't be disappointed! This is absolutely delicious and makes a very moist and flavorful finished product.
Provided by stylingmom
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 9h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine vinegar, water, butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, pepper, sugar, and minced garlic in a pot. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let marinade cool to room temperature, at least 30 minutes.
- Place chicken in a resealable zip-top bag. Pour marinade over chicken, seal, and marinate, 8 hours to overnight.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Transfer chicken pieces to the grill, shaking off excess marinade; discard remaining marinade.
- Grill chicken until no longer pink in the center, 30 to 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 108.5 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 2040.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
OLD-FASHIONED BARBECUE CHICKEN
Steps:
- Heat a smoker to 250˚F.
- Wash the chicken pieces thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels. Apply the chicken rub all over the exposed areas of the chicken pieces. Place the seasoned chicken pieces in a deep aluminum baking pan, and place the pan in the smoker. Cook for 1 1/2 hours.
- Remove the wings, wrap them in aluminum foil, and keep them warm in an oven on the lowest setting. Return the rest of the chicken to the smoker and cook for an additional 1 1/2 hours, or until the internal temperature of the white meat reaches 165°F and the dark meat reaches 180°F.
- Remove the pan from the smoker. Allow the chicken to rest, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Then serve immediately.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken legs: Look for plump, evenly sized chicken legs with smooth, unblemished skin.
- Make a flavorful marinade: The marinade is key to infusing the chicken legs with flavor. Use a combination of spices, herbs, and liquids such as vinegar, citrus juice, or yogurt.
- Let the chicken legs marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your grill or smoker to the desired temperature before cooking the chicken legs.
- Cook the chicken legs over indirect heat to prevent them from burning.
- Baste the chicken legs with the marinade or a barbecue sauce during cooking to keep them moist and flavorful.
- Cook the chicken legs until they are cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken legs rest for a few minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Old-fashioned BBQ chicken legs are a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be grilled, smoked, or baked. With a flavorful marinade and a smoky barbecue sauce, these chicken legs will be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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