1. To make the bbq seasoning spice blend, combine the salt, smoked paprika, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne powder, and chili powder (if using) in a small mixing bowl. Using a spoon, mix everything together.
2. To properly dry the skin of each chicken drumstick, pat it with a couple paper towels. Season the chicken with the spice combination after drizzling it with oil. In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients and thoroughly coat each piece of chicken.
3. Using a gas grill: Adjust the grill’s temperature setting to medium-high (about 400°F) and leave it to preheat. Afterward, cook the chicken drumsticks on the already cleaned and well-oiled grill (this should have been done beforehand). After a few minutes, turn each drumstick until the skin on it is golden and crispy on all sides.

Close the grill and reduce the heat to a medium-low setting (approximately 300°F). Cook the drumsticks for about 25 minutes, turning the chicken once halfway through.

1. Using a charcoal grill: By placing the majority of the charcoal to one side of the grill, you can effectively make two separate heat zones on your grill; one at a medium-high heat level, and the other with a medium-low heat level.
2. Place the chicken pieces directly over the heating element and turn each piece every few minutes to properly brown the skin.
3. Transfer the chicken from the heat source to the indirect (medium-low temperature) heat region once the skin is browned and crispy. Cover and simmer for another 25 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through.
4. Finally, brush the barbecue sauce over each piece of chicken.
5. Verify the internal temperature of the chicken to confirm it has reached the safe temperature of 165°F (74°C), then serve the drumsticks right away!

This recipe for grilled BBQ chicken drumsticks yields particularly delicious results, so feel free to try it out at home. As stated in the recipe, you can choose between using a gas or charcoal grill, it all depends on which you find more convenient to use, or which one is readily available.

The entire cooking time for this recipe is about 45 minutes, so in addition to being delicious, it’s also quick and easy to make. If you want to explore more ideas for cooking chicken drumsticks on the grill, then we suggest that you watch this video recipe.