Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

If you are new to a smoker grill, these Smoked Chicken Drumsticks are a great recipe to start with.

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This recipe costs about $4.83 to make eight servings. That is approximately $0.60 per serving.

Ingredients AND RECIPE COST

– Chicken drumsticks – $2.99 – Olive oil – $0.24 – Dark brown sugar – $0.14 – Coarse sea salt – $0.36 PER SERVING COST: $0.60 PER SERVING COST: $0.60 RECIPE COST: $4.83 RECIPE COST: $4.83 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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Combine the chicken rub in a small bowl. 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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Increase the grill temperature to 375° F and cook for another 20-30 minutes.

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Serve immediately.

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