Ingredients
– 8 chicken legs, skin-on
– 1 cup soy sauce
– 1/2 cup vinegar (cane or white)
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon onion, chopped
– 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 1 tablespoon ketchup
– 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
– 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Filipino-Style BBQ Chicken Legs is an enjoyable process if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, chopped onion, black pepper, ketchup, salt, and paprika. Mix well until sugar dissolves.
2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken legs in a large resealable plastic bag or bowl. Pour marinade over the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated. Seal the bag (or cover the bowl) and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, preferably overnight.
3. Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 350°F or 175°C). If using a charcoal grill, prepare coals for indirect heat.
4. Remove from Marinade: Take chicken legs out of the marinade and let excess liquid drip off. Reserve extra marinade for basting.
5. Grill Chicken: Place chicken legs on the grill, skin-side down. Grill for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.
6. Turn and Baste: Flip the chicken legs over. Brush them with the reserved marinade and grill for another 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally to avoid burning, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
7. Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill, and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender and flavorful chicken.
8. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped green onions on top of the chicken for a fresh touch.
These steps will guide you to effortless success in creating mouthwatering Filipino-Style BBQ Chicken Legs that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 24g