Mouthwatering Juicy Grilled Chicken Legs You'll Crave Again

Juicy Grilled Chicken Legs that are bursting with flavor, perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 40

Marinating Time 12

Total Time 13 10

Servings: 4 legs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

1/4 cup Brown Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
1/2 cup Water Chicken broth can be used for added flavor.
1/4 cup Cider Vinegar White wine vinegar can serve as a substitute.
1/4 cup Ketchup Barbecue sauce can be used for more flavor complexity.
1/4 cup Canola Oil Olive oil or avocado oil can be used.
1 tablespoon Salt Kosher or sea salt yields the best results.
1 tablespoon Mustard Dijon mustard can be used for a sharper taste.
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used for a gluten-free option.
1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari is a suitable gluten-free alternative.
to taste Pepper Freshly cracked black pepper is preferable.
optional Liquid Smoke Omit if using charcoal.

Equipment

Grill
Medium bowl
tongs
Meat thermometer
Plastic wrap

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients.
Divide the marinade into two shallow dishes; coat chicken legs thoroughly.
Preheat your grill to medium (350°F to 375°F).
Remove chicken from marinade, pat dry, and sprinkle with salt.
Grill chicken legs skin-side down on cooler area of grill for 15-20 minutes, flip, and grill for another 15-20 minutes.
Once cooked, remove from grill, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1legCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate chicken legs overnight. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.

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