BBQ Chicken Legs

Steps

• 1

  When ready to cook, set the temperature to 180℉ and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  Super Smoke

• 2

  Pat the drumsticks dry with a paper towel. Season generously with Traeger Chicken Rub.

  Ingredients

  • 8 Whole chicken drumsticks

  • 2 Tablespoon Traeger Chicken Rub

• 3

  Insert the probe into the thickest part of a drumstick, avoiding the bone. Set the drumsticks directly on the grill grates, close the lid, and smoke for 30 minutes.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  Super Smoke

• 4

  Increase the grill temperature to 350°F and continue cooking for another 30 minutes.

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

• 5

  While the drumsticks are cooking, combine the Traeger Apricot and Traeger 'Que BBQ sauces and the apple jelly in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then set aside until ready to use.

  Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Traeger Apricot BBQ Sauce

  • 1 Cup Traeger 'Que BBQ Sauce

  • 1 Cup apple jelly

• 6

  Brush the BBQ sauce over the chicken. Cook for another 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the drumsticks reaches 165°F.

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

  165 ˚F / 74 ˚C

• 7

  Remove the drumsticks from the grill and serve. Enjoy!