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bbq chicken legs

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

Simple comfort food. From epicurious, May 2015.

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For bbq chicken legs

  • BASIC BBQ SAUCE:
  • 1 c
    ketchup
  • 1/3 c
    dark brown sugar, packed
  • 2 Tbsp
    apple cider vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp
    worcestershire sauce
  • 2
    garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp
    paprika
  • FOR THE CHICKEN LEGS:
  • 1 tsp
    kosher salt
  • 2 lb
    chicken legs (i use thighs too)

How To Make bbq chicken legs

  • 1
    Basic BBQ Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together all the ingredients.
  • 2
    Bring to a boil, stirring frequently, reduce heat to low and simmer 2-3 minutes, until sauce has thickened.
  • 3
    Allow BBQ Sauce to cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use.
  • 4
    For the Chicken Legs: Preheat oven to 375F.
  • 5
    Place the chicken legs in a large mixing bowl, sprinkle with the salt, and coat with 1/2 cup of the BBQ sauce, cover and marinate for 30 minutes in the fridge.
  • 6
    Place the chicken legs on a baking rack over a foil lined baking sheet, baste with extra BBQ sauce, if desired, and roast for 45 minutes.

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