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Square white plate with chicken drumsticks slathered with blueberry bbq sauce.

Grilled Drumsticks in Chicken Leg Brine

Easy brined then grilled chicken drumsticks cooked to perfection - so tender and juicy!
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Author Kori Butler
Prep Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Course Grilling Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 352 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 quart buttermilk
  • ½ cup red onion (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 12 chicken drumsticks
  • optional: blueberry bbq sauce (use any favorite BBQ sauce)

Instructions
 

  • mix buttermilk, onin, garlic, salt, sugar, cumin, and pepper.
  • Add chicken pieces and cover in brine. Cover and chill for a minimum of 4 hours or up to 24 hours.
  • Remove chicken from refrigerator and brine about 20 to 30 minutes prior to grilling.
  • Heat grill to medium heat (350 to 400 degrees F).
  • Lift chicken from the brine, discard brine. (For crispier skin, wipe the brine from the drumsticks)
  • Grill chicken, covered, turning pieces frequently. until browned on both sides and no longer pink, about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Brush with barbecue sauce the last 5 to 8 minutes of grilling.

Kori's Tips

  • Don't miss all of our helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes that can be found in our post. Check it out!
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve with BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, or another favorite sauce if desired.
  • Goes well with grilled vegetables, green salad, or grilled romaine. See our post for recipe suggestions.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 157mgSodium: 2651mgPotassium: 604mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 345IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 217mgIron: 2mg
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