How to Make Grilled Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks 

3 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp paprika 1 tbsp chilli powder 2 tsp garlic powder 3/4 tsp table salt 3/4 tsp ground black pepper 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Started off with 13 drumsticks. Ended cooking 15. This special rub is magical. Love it.

I would like to say a heartfelt and sincere “THANK YOU” for your current plethora of videos that focus on well-cooked and perfectly seasoned proteins here of late. From Chinese BBQ pork to this recipe to pan-seared steaks with compound butter, your channel has been inspirational and a Blessing to those seeking a healthy diet. With the Ketogenic Lifestyle, I’ve successfully reversed my Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis (the black dots in my vision have completely disappeared) as well as helping me combat the ravages of chemotherapy whilst undergoing both cancer treatment and surgery (DMX) for HER2+ Stage 3, Class C breast cancer with metastases. Keto has given me a new lease on life and I’m nearing three (3) years in full remission. Thank you all again. I am easily able to convert the majority of your seasonings into a low-carb version with Keto-friendly ingredients. Bless you all!

Dan is my favorite, he could be reading the most boring book ever and I'd listen to the whole thing

it's like a mom and son show. and as a son who loved cooking with madre, i approve.

I was never a big fan of chicken drumsticks until I tried this recipe. I made these on two different occasions and both times they turned out great. The first time I barbecued them and the second time I cooked them in the oven. So good.

I love any ATK recipes. But Dan explains the process in such an easy way to understand and makes me want to try. Chicken legs are a tasty affordable meat & any recipe that ATK takes on is worth a try. THANKS.

Dans the man!!! Made this exact recipe including 1 hour brine. It’s really good. I did have to add about 1 teaspoon of salt to rub after initially tasting it. Juicy tender drums and I used charcoal grill. It’s easy and a keeper for sure.

I love this format so much!

I really like all of the tips in this recipe. These come out amazing following every step.

Yes I too would like to say a very heartfelt thank you for this video because I live to grill but have had trouble with grilling chicken. This was right up my alley. Can’t wait to try this way of grilling chicken.

I thoroughly and enjoy this program, for it's step by step informative guides to whatever we come here to learn. From the lovely, insightful guests, great host, right down to the breakdown summary at the end. I have drumsticks on the grill now, my own seasoning but glued to this guide! Thank you!!

Thanks for sharing this video. I have watched your shows over and over again and tried some recipes an loved them all. I have just tried your seasoning and it was delicious. I will be sharing this with all my closest friends and family

I made a half batch of these the other day, and they were great. It takes some time, but it's worth it. Flavorful, and not dry or raw at the bone. I ate some warm, and I ate the rest cold. I've brined my turkeys, but never would have thought to brine drumsticks. Thanks, ATK! Your recipes are always 100!

That worked great. I brined my drums a little different with rosemary, dried basil, bay leaves, sliced lemons, roasted garlic and other seasfir two days in the fridge. That was enough flavor I didn’t have to roll in seasoning. The cooking process was very helpful. Thank you!

We made these tonight and they were amazing! It did remind me of a reverse sear method. I used a chipotle chili powder as well. Great recipe and thank you for sharing!

Thanks for doing this vid. I like doing brines,honestly never thought about doing it to legs and thighs. And going with that higher temp. I will definitely give it a try. One last thing. More Dan,more Dan.😁👍😁👍

Making next weekend for my daughter's birthday. So glad I found because eventhough I've seen several times on TV I needed a refresher! Love both ATK and Cooks County!

This is my go to. Thanks Julia and Dan.

Look Awesome I am going to try Thank you

Cooked it... and it came out FANTASTIC. That is a most excellent recipe for drumsticks. Thank you.

I love how Julia just needles Dan. So good. Go for it Julia.

I made these AND THEY TURNED OUT FANTASTIC & I MADE THE NEW ENGLAND BAKED BEANS, THEY ARE THE NEW ONES I'M SERVING!! MY FAMILY LOVED THEM!!! THANKS FOR ALL THE RECIPES, THEY'RE ALL GREAT!!

This will be my first time grilling drumsticks and my first time hearing of America's Test Kitchen. I am very appreciative of your information and excited to use it this afternoon. I just hope my old, beat up grill will work well enough for it.

Oh thank you for this. U guys are like cooking super geniuses.

Simple recipe with simple ingredients, with directions anyone can follow... not only that, but I appreciate learning all of the reasoning behind it all! I jumped on the Keto train about 1 month or so ago & lost about 15 lbs. It's not as easy as many make it out to be, but with all of your awesome keto friendly recipes, at least I know my taste buds will be happy!! Thank you ATK! Now...if you guys could only come up with a way to give me more will power to stay away from real sugar lol.... 🙄😂😉

Can’t wait to try this. Thank you for sharing 😎

I have had terrible experiences cooking drumsticks. Because of your video I am renewed and shall be trying this recipe this week. Thank you so much!

Looks great can’t wait to make this!!!

My husband and I seen this on the pluto app on our tv. We had to make this, glad I found this on youtube!!

Was looking for this vid! Really really really good!!!

You guys rock. Succinct and informative. Congrats

Viewers love Dan!👍🏻🐾

Love these video recipes

Yum! Making this tonite!

I never realized before that they film the indoor scenes separately from the outdoor grilling scenes. You can tell they do that because Dan's hair is styled differently in the two scenes.

I've been using this cooking methodology with my own rubs and marinades which always produces the juciest most tender drummies I've ever had. Tried the actual rub recipe today and it was reeeaaallly good. 10/10 overall, would recommend.

I used to try to do chicken legs on the grill and they always came out tuff and chewy. I think you’ve found the solution to my problems. Thank you.

This inspired me, thank you. I never liked legs much ever, this looks like it will work!

I tried this recipe and my wife said those were the best drumsticks I ever made! Thank you!

I always made the mistake of instant grilling on direct heat! This is great!

I love your stuff! I have learned so much! Its so informative, easy to follow and staged. And I say staged in a good way. The personalities and scripted no doubt and production, top notch!

You guys are fantastic

Dan! you are the best!

these two are definitely smashing behind the scene.

This worked great, especially for BBQ tips: clean grill when hot (I always also wipe with rag just to be sure no brush wire came off...); wipe grill with oil (I'd been using spray, but this is way better; works to avoid sticking for everything: veggies, fish etc..); put meat on already very hot grill to avoid sticking; slow cook on cooler side; then short time on hot side. Thanks!

FABULOUS!

Thanks for the tips! I'll grill the drumsticks that way next time.

Great recipe! I make chicken legs all the time on the grill and I will definitely try out this rub! Thanks!

Dan is so sweet and sincere. I love ATK

I made this chicken it was really good thank you

Best part of the video: Dan was ready for that second bite immediately.

Thanks!

Dan you did it again! Those look so freakin’ delicious! But, you forgot to say, “Ta-da!” when you did your big reveal!

I love America's test kitchen I have made a lot of the recipes myself & this chicken leg one is really good try it ya might like it

Love Dan Souza, great teacher. Used to always get the boneless skinless chicken breast $$, then I found the ease of cooking drumsticks $. Rub looked like Shake-N-Bake.

Dan do you ever have cooking classes? Or meet and greets? Awesome recipe btw!!!

This grilling method is the best for bone in chicken especially on a weber kettle.

This is great! I bought drumsticks and realized for my first grilling it was probably not the best thing. Now I know exactly what to do! Thanks guys.

Those drumsticks are looking great and I would love to be there to help you all taste test them. I love my chicken and have to try making some that way.

YUMMY!!!

We always soak any of the chicken parts in salt water like that. It takes that funky and odd taste out of the meat. Grocery store chicken has changed over the years. I don't know what they do different from when I was a kid. We sometimes do the salt water bath to beef roast too. More blood comes out of the meat and again that funky something is gone after the salt water bath. Very good video!

I tried this a couple weeks ago on gas bbq turned iut amazing. Now that its winter in Ontario im using the oven. Have the oven heating at 350 (guessing) only because this is the temp my bbq was. Cooked legs on greased oven rack...keep you posted on how tjey turn out

Hello!! great video. Break out the drum sticks and grill this is a must try :)

"The lowly drumstick" SAY WHAT NOW?!

"I brined these for a full hour because I really want to be extra juicy just for you" LOL!!!!!

I made these tonight following the recipe exactly, and I have the same gas grill. First of all, wow! amazing flavor and tender chicken, I think the best I've had. Along with many of Dan's recipes, it's going to be part of my repertoire. However, it took nearly 2 hours to reach 185, and my grill is a mess - in fact I will have to hire someone to clean it.

Great recipe! I love the sweetness of the rub. Be very careful on the last step cooking over direct heat, as it's easy to burn the skin.

when you are using brown sugar do you take the lighter pale version or the deep brown old fashion one ?

This one is a keeper

5:47 that laugh is adorable

Instead of using a BBQ grill, what temperature and how long should I set if I use an air fryer? Thanks.

Did anyone notice, the juice that fell of his bite? It was around 7:55 Not sure whether my guests would enjoy that or hate it. Pretty impressive either way.

My Mexican friends taught me a trick. In addition to oiling the grill, they put a half a small onion of a fork and rub the grill with the onion. Outstanding!

Trying tomorrow

Her cooing always cracks me up! 😂

I've done this on a Weber charcoal grill and they were fantastic! Would this same method work for chicken thighs?

Thank you very much guys! My chicken was always either too chewy or burnt. With your method, I cooked a perfect chicken.

5:00 Wow!

I learned from a friend, witch takes time, trial n error, that putting thighs, breasts, or wings, that 2 to 4 minutesin micro, then season, cook on grill using indirect heat, the micro heats the bone, does nothing to the meat, but cuts the cooking time way down cause the bone is already hot. Been doing this for years with no complaints. 6 to 8 thighs seasoned with brown sugar n jerk seasoning, takes about 20, 25 minutes. Takes awhile to learn how long in micro. Will have to try your rub. Thanks.

ATK,,Hello, not being a drumstick person,,I’ll say this one has merit,,DAN,,,,you might just changed my mind,I’ll try this THANKS !;;;;;;🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

I usually butterfly the drum stick and rub BBQ rub on it and let it marinate for about 20 mins. Because the drum stick is butterfly, the drum stick cook faster, and evenly too.

Courtesy laugh at 5:48 😂just kidding

What temperature on the indirect heat? high?

Like 🚂 and just Hello from Michigan 🐓

I'm having drumsticks for today's Super Bowl. 🍗

What temperature can I do it in oven

I just finished a wonderful rotisserie chicken and these look GREAT! I will also improvise from that rub. Many thanks!!

Nice🍗🍗🍗

BESF CHICKEN EVER!!! wow. I followed this exactly and the damn chicken came out prefect. I did splash some bbq on before removing from the grill. I ran out of rub on my last drumstick so when I came again I’ll just be a little more generous with my measurements.

Always like your videos,never been disappointed yet. If I do this on a charcoal Weber grill, using indirect heat, what temperature should I grill at, I was thinking 300-375. Would this be a good temp to grill at, providing I let the temp of chicken to reach 185 degrees?

What brand of gas grill do you use

The flavor was great! My grill got a little too hot, and the chicken was 190-200 when i pulled it. I thought it looked too charred so I skipped the direct heat and that was a mistake. The skin was tough and rubbery in places. Next time, Medium High, and 5 mins on direct to crisp the skin no matter what.

Thanks for this delicious looking recipe. I don’t have access to a BBQ grill. But have an electric oven with a grill too. Could you please tell us what temp and how long one would cook these in. Please break this down with oven and grill parameters. Thank you.

♾️ lovely dish for real . He is always Awesome 😇 + 🕯💜 ❤ 🍀🍃🌾🌼🌻☕

Can this method be used for oven baked method?

Can you do a recipe on orange/ mango chicken please

Will this method work for a leg quarter?

my gut tells me you could do this in an oven with a bake and a broil but I'm wondering the time and temp. Maybe 350 for 45 and just a couple minutes under the broiler?

Thank you. With the number of people who have high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes or are at high risk of getting these etc., it would be helpful to be given a tasty way to BBQ without brining as that will definitely increase the salt or sugar in the meat/chicken/fish being brined/marinaded/rub etc. Thank you.