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Grilled Thighs and Drumsticks Recipe

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When Mom makes chicken, this is the way we like it prepared. It's juicy, has great barbecue flavor and makes a big batch, so it's perfect for a summer picnic and family reunions. -Brenda Beachy Belvidere, Tennessee

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Grilled Thighs and Drumsticks Recipe

Prep: 10 min. + marinating Grill: 30 min.

Yield: 12-14 Servings

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Ingredients

2-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
2 cups water
2 cups cider vinegar
2 cups ketchup
1 cup canola oil
4 tablespoons salt
3 tablespoons prepared mustard
4-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional
10 pounds bone-in chicken thighs and chicken drumsticks
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Pour into two large resealable plastic bags; add equal amounts of chicken to each bag. Seal bags and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight.
Drain and discard marinade. Prepare grill for indirect heat. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack.
Sprinkle chicken with seasoned salt. Grill chicken skin side down, covered, over indirect medium heat for 15-20 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 180°. Yield: 12-14 servings.

Originally published as Grilled Thighs and Drumsticks in Taste of Home August/September 2004, p36

Light-Bodied White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.

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Reviewed on Jun. 08, 2013 by marrwoman

This chicken marinade is the best. It's like having the barbecue sauce infused into the meat. It's great for a large crowd and very kid friendly. I've made this for several cookouts and always to rave reviews. You won't be disappointed!

Reviewed on Sep. 13, 2011 by galinthewoods

I made only half of this recipe and it turned out great. The marinade gives the chicken a great flavor when it is first cooked, but when I reheated the leftovers it helped to brush it with a little barbecue sauce.

Reviewed on Sep. 01, 2010 by Planetcaravan19f

I used this recipe for some legs and wings I took camping with me. It kept in the cooler very well, and was very tasty!!

Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2009 by LizBaumann

Very tasty marinade. We have made this twice with excellent results (although we did make only 1/4 of the recipe for the two of us).