Baked Bbq Turkey Drumsticks Recipe

Fall in love with these irresistible Baked BBQ Turkey Drumsticks! This easy recipe delivers juicy, tender turkey legs coated in a sweet and tangy BBQ glaze that's unbelievably delicious. The simple sauce is perfect for drizzling over everything from chicken to vegetables. We've even included a tip for making it slightly healthier by removing the skin. Perfect for a weeknight dinner the whole family will devour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 1325.7 kcal
Protein 319g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Bbq Turkey Drumsticks

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How to Make Baked Bbq Turkey Drumsticks

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a baking pan with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil.
  3. Rinse turkey drumsticks thoroughly and pat dry.
  4. Place turkey drumsticks in the prepared pan. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Finely dice 1/2 medium red onion.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup molasses, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup ketchup, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and the diced red onion.
  7. Spoon the BBQ sauce evenly over the turkey drumsticks.
  8. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  9. Bake for 1 hour, covered. Turn the drumsticks halfway through (after 30 minutes).
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  11. For a lower-fat option, remove the skin before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

71 g

Sugar

85g

Fat

103g

Carbs

9g

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