Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C). Place a rack in a sheet pan if you have one; otherwise use the sheet pan alone.
• Pat the 6 chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
• In a large bowl, combine 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon chili powder (use less if you don't like spicy food), ½ teaspoon garlic granules, ½ teaspoon onion granules, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt.
• Add the drumsticks to the bowl and toss them until they are evenly and thoroughly coated with the oil and seasonings.
• Arrange the seasoned drumsticks on the prepared sheet pan (or on the rack), skin-side up and spaced so they are not touching.
• Bake in the preheated oven at 390°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
• Remove the pan from the oven and brush the drumsticks with 3 tablespoons BBQ sauce using a heatproof brush.
• Return the pan to the oven and bake for 10 more minutes, until the drumsticks reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) or the juices run clear and the sauce is sticky.
• Let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes before serving.