Chicken Drumsticks hit you differently. They are juicy and delicious. You can easily cook them on the grill. To cook them perfectly on a grill, you have to know how long to cook chicken drumsticks on the grill without burning them? The cooking time depends on the size of your drumstick. If you are using a thick one, it will take a longer time than the regular one. Here, we are going to explain how long to grill chicken drumsticks?
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How Long to Cook Chicken Drumsticks on Grill?
First, you have to preheat the grill at 400°F. You should cook chicken drumsticks on the grill for at least 30mins. on direct heat. Flip the drumsticks every 10mins even without having the grill marks all over the drumsticks. Don’t cook them for too long from one side. You can check the doneness of chicken drumsticks using a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 165°F.
How Long to Grill Drumsticks at 350?
If you are grilling drumsticks at 350°F, you have to preheat the grill first. You should cook chicken drumsticks on the grill for at least 40mins. on direct heat. Flip the drumsticks every 10mins even without having the grill marks all over the drumsticks. Check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer which should be 165°F.
Tips to Cook Chicken Drumsticks on Grill:
- Place drumsticks in foil and warm them at room temperature before grilling.
- Keep the lid closed on your grill. If you open the lid before timing, you allow heat to escape and your chicken drumstick doesn’t cook perfectly.
- When fat drips on flame you’ll get flare-ups. Move the drumsticks immediately away from the direct flames and reduce the heat.
- As you preheat the grill, coat the grill grates with oil to prevent your chicken from sticking.
How Long to BBQ Chicken Drumsticks?
You have to preheat the oven first at 350°F. When it’s done, brush the chicken with the remaining sauce. Slide into the oven and bake the drumsticks for up to 15mins. Flip the chicken and brush with the remaining sauce again bake for 15-20mins. or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Tips to Cook BBQ Chicken Drumsticks:
- You may use boneless and skinless chicken breast for a healthier option.
- Don’t force the chicken to turn too early.
- Use your favorite BBQ sauce. You can find some with low sugar or even sugar-free.
FAQ:
How to Store Leftover Chicken Drumsticks?
You can store leftover chicken drumsticks in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge/refrigerator. If you want to store them for a longer time, you can store them in a ziplock bag and freeze up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Chicken Drumsticks?
Whenever you need to have chicken drumsticks, just reheat them in the microwave for 10mins. at 350°F.
What to Serve with BBQ Drumsticks?
These drumsticks work well with broccoli ranch slaw, purple cabbage slaw, an easy potato salad, pickled cabbage, or zucchini and onions.
Are Chicken Drumsticks Healthy?
Chicken is healthier than red meat or beef. They are low in fat and high in protein when cooked without the skin.
Can You Cook Chicken Drumsticks from Frozen?
It may not be a good option to cook frozen meat unless you cook it in an instant pot. The frozen chicken leads to uneven cooking so some areas will be raw and some will be overcooked.
