Description
Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are a must-try for any gathering! These drumsticks are coated in a sweet and spicy hot honey BBQ glaze, delivering a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for grilling, baking, or air frying, they’re sure to impress your guests with their crispy skin and tender meat. Whether it’s game night or a summer barbecue, these drumsticks will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken drumsticks
- 1/2 cup hot honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse chicken drumsticks under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine hot honey, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or bowl; pour marinade over the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or overnight if possible.
- Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F) or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grill or bake chicken for 30-35 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F), turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Brush extra hot honey BBQ sauce over the drumsticks during the last few minutes of cooking for an irresistible glaze. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg