Baked Barbecued Chicken Legs Recipe – How To Make BBQ Chicken Legs
This baked BBQ chicken legs recipe is simple, flavorful, and perfect for any weeknight dinner or gathering. With just chicken legs, barbecue sauce, and a few basic seasonings, you can create juicy, saucy chicken that's bursting with smoky BBQ goodness. Whether you use store-bought or homemade BBQ sauce, this dish will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Servings: 1
Calories: 2699kcal
Equipment
- Parchment paper or Foil
- Microwave-safe cup
Ingredients
- 8 chicken legs thawed
- 1 cup BBQ sauce homemade or store-bought
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Sprinkle chicken legs with salt and pepper, ensuring even coverage.
- Generously coat the chicken legs with BBQ sauce, spreading it evenly.
- Place the chicken legs on the baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes or until the juices run clear when the thickest part is cut.
- Warm additional BBQ sauce in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
- Slather the cooked chicken legs with the warmed BBQ sauce for extra flavor.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For the best results, use a BBQ sauce you love. Homemade BBQ sauce brings out the best flavors!
- This recipe is versatile and works with any barbecue sauce, so feel free to experiment with flavors.
Nutrition
Calories: 2699kcal | Carbohydrates: 119g | Protein: 171g | Fat: 166g | Saturated Fat: 45g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 35g | Monounsaturated Fat: 68g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 958mg | Sodium: 10788mg | Potassium: 2764mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 95g | Vitamin A: 1591IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 9mg