Description
Juicy grilled chicken legs seasoned with a sweet and smoky dry rub, perfect for weeknight dinners and cookouts.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken legs (drumsticks)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Make the seasoning rub by mixing brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, ground mustard, smoked paprika, and cayenne until evenly combined.
- Prep the chicken by patting the drumsticks dry with paper towels.
- Oil the chicken legs with vegetable oil and rub the seasoning mix all over them.
- Preheat the grill to medium and oil the grill grate.
- Add the chicken legs to the grill, close the lid, and turn every 5 minutes.
- Cook for 30–35 minutes until the thickest part reaches 165°F–185°F, then let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pat the chicken dry for better browning. It’s best to aim for 175–185°F for more tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American