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Sticky BBQ Chicken Drumsticks with Seasoned Fries & Creamy Coleslaw

Sticky BBQ chicken drumsticks with crispy seasoned fries and creamy coleslaw make the perfect complete meal. The chicken gets a caramelized glaze while everything cooks together, ready in just 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 685
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the BBQ Chicken
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
For the Seasoned Fries
  • 4 large potatoes cut into fries
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
For the Creamy Coleslaw
  • 3 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels. Mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the seasoning blend all over each drumstick, coating evenly on all sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned drumsticks and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Mix BBQ sauce and honey in a small bowl until well combined.
  4. Cut potatoes into even-sized fries. Toss with vegetable oil, paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Spread on a separate baking sheet.
  5. Transfer browned drumsticks to a baking dish and brush generously with BBQ glaze. Place both the chicken and fries in a preheated 400°F oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring the fries halfway through.
  6. Combine shredded cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. Whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss until well coated. Let sit for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 685kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 42gFat: 28gSodium: 890mgFiber: 4gSugar: 18g

Notes

Pat the drumsticks dry before seasoning for better browning and coating. The honey adds sweetness that balances the savory BBQ flavors. Cut fries evenly so they cook at the same rate. You can make the coleslaw earlier in the day and refrigerate it until mealtime.

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