BBQ Chicken Drumsticks with Glaze (Printable)

Grill juicy chicken drumsticks with a spicy peach glaze.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 8 chicken drumsticks
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Spicy Peach Glaze

05 - 2/3 cup peach preserves or jam
06 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
09 - 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce, to taste
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 350°F).
02 - Pat chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
03 - In a small saucepan, combine peach preserves, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, hot sauce, garlic, and ginger. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 3–5 minutes. Set aside.
04 - Place drumsticks on the grill. Cook for 25–30 minutes, turning every 5–7 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and skin is golden.
05 - During the last 10 minutes of grilling, brush the drumsticks generously with the spicy peach glaze, turning and glazing a few times until sticky and caramelized.
06 - Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with extra glaze on the side, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This glaze is a game changer, perfecting the usual BBQ experience.
  • It's easy to make, meaning even novice cooks can impress with minimal effort.
02 -
  • If you overcook the chicken, it can dry out, so keep an eye on it!
  • A little extra hot sauce can bring a whole new level of flavor, so don't shy away if you love spice.
03 -
  • Patting the chicken dry helps in achieving that crispy skin.
  • Using high-quality preserves really enhances the glaze's flavor.
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