BBQ Chicken Drumsticks with Glaze (Print Version)

Delicious grilled chicken drumsticks with a sweet and spicy peach glaze.

# Components:

→ 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

# Directions:

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, 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 -
  • Juicy chicken drumsticks with a flavorful sweet and spicy peach glaze.
  • Simple preparation with minimal ingredients yet impressive results.
  • Perfectly grilled with a caramelized, sticky finish every time.
  • Gluten-free and adaptable with easy substitutions for dietary needs.
02 -
  • Pat the chicken dry before seasoning to ensure the skin crisps up beautifully on the grill.
  • Use a basting brush to apply the glaze during the final grilling phase for that sticky, caramelized texture.
  • Turn the drumsticks every 5–7 minutes to cook evenly and prevent burning.
  • Opt for gluten-free soy sauce if you need to keep the dish gluten-free.
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