Country-Style Barbecued Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 chicken legs
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup of ketchup
• 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika.
3. Place the chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each leg with the olive oil.
4. Bake for 15 minutes.
5. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and brush the sauce on each leg.
6. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• BBQ chicken originated in the American South.
• The key to a good BBQ sauce is balance. It should have a combination of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors.
• The perfect BBQ chicken should have a crispy skin and juicy meat.