Grilled BBQ Chicken Legs
Grilled BBQ Chicken Legs
If you’re craving classic barbecue flavor, these Grilled BBQ Chicken Legs are a simple and delicious recipe that delivers juicy chicken with smoky, caramelized barbecue sauce. The drumsticks are seasoned with savory spices and coated in barbecue sauce, then grilled until tender with beautifully charred edges.
For this recipe, I used an indoor electric grill, but the exact same method works perfectly on a gas grill or charcoal grill. The heat of the grill caramelizes the barbecue sauce and creates that irresistible sticky glaze on the chicken.
I seasoned the chicken with Lawry’s garlic salt, garlic powder, and black pepper, then brushed it with Chick-fil-A BBQ sauce for a rich, slightly sweet barbecue flavor that pairs perfectly with grilled chicken.
This is an easy, satisfying meal that works for family dinners, summer cookouts, or anytime you’re craving barbecue.
Why You’ll Love Grilled BBQ Chicken Legs
These chicken legs are flavorful, juicy, and incredibly easy to make.
They’re perfect for:
• Backyard grilling
• Easy weeknight dinners
• Summer cookouts
• Game day meals
• Casual family dinners
The grill gives the chicken a smoky flavor while the barbecue sauce caramelizes into a sticky, delicious glaze.
Ingredients
• 8 chicken drumsticks
• 1 teaspoon Lawry’s garlic salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup Chick-fil-A BBQ sauce
• Optional: extra BBQ sauce for brushing
How to Make Grilled BBQ Chicken Legs
Step 1: Preheat the grill
Preheat your grill to medium heat.
This recipe works well on:
• Indoor electric grills
• Gas grills
• Charcoal grills
Step 2: Season the chicken
Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
Season them evenly with:
• Lawry’s garlic salt
• Garlic powder
• Black pepper
This creates a savory base flavor before adding the barbecue sauce.
Step 3: Start grilling
Place the chicken legs on the grill and cook for about 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally so they cook evenly on all sides.
Step 4: Add the BBQ sauce
Brush the chicken with Chick-fil-A BBQ sauce once the chicken has started to cook.
Continue grilling for another 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing with more barbecue sauce as it cooks.
The sauce will begin to caramelize and create a sticky glaze.
Step 5: Cook until done
Grill the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the outside is nicely charred and caramelized.
Step 6: Serve
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Brush with a little extra BBQ sauce if desired.
Jennie’s Thoughts
There’s something about grilled barbecue chicken that always feels like summer. The smell of barbecue sauce caramelizing on the grill is hard to beat.
I love using chicken legs for grilling because they stay juicy and flavorful. The seasoning adds a savory base, and the barbecue sauce creates that sticky, slightly smoky glaze that makes grilled chicken so good.
This is the kind of recipe that’s simple but always disappears quickly once it hits the table.
Tips for the Best BBQ Chicken
• Cook over medium heat so the sauce doesn’t burn
• Turn the chicken often for even cooking
• Add BBQ sauce during the second half of grilling
• Use a meat thermometer for perfectly cooked chicken
What to Serve with BBQ Chicken
These chicken legs pair perfectly with classic barbecue sides.
Try serving them with:
• Baked beans
• Coleslaw
• Potato salad
• Corn on the cob
• Mac and cheese
• Grilled vegetables
How to Store Leftovers
Store leftover grilled chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
Reheat gently in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
These Grilled BBQ Chicken Legs are juicy, smoky, and coated in a delicious caramelized barbecue sauce. With simple seasoning and your favorite BBQ sauce, you can create a flavorful meal that’s perfect for grilling any time of year.
Whether you cook them on an indoor grill, gas grill, or charcoal grill, this recipe is an easy way to enjoy classic barbecue flavor at home.
