Smoked Chicken Drumsticks (Legs)

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This recipe costs about $5.35 to make eight servings. That is approximately $0.66 per serving. Get Recipe

Ingredients and Estimated Cost

– chicken drumsticks – $2.96 – olive oil – $0.28 – brown sugar – $0.11 – smoked paprika – $1.45 – cracked black pepper – $0.11 – onion powder – $0.06 – sea salt – $0.26 Per Serving Cost: $0.66 Per Serving Cost: $0.66 Recipe Cost: $5.35 Recipe Cost: $5.35 Get Recipe

NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have. Get Recipe

Step-by-step instructions!

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Preheat smoker to 180°F. Combine the chicken rub in a small bowl.

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Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels.

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Coat the drumsticks with olive oil and season generously with the chicken rub.

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Lay the drumsticks directly on the grill grates and smoke for 30 minutes with the lid closed.

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