Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks with Cola Flavor -

These Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are a deliciously flavorful and easy-to-make meal featuring tender chicken coated in a homemade cola BBQ sauce.

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Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, cola, honey, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for 15–20 minutes until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together. Remove from heat and set aside.
Pat the chicken dry using paper towels. In a large bowl, combine the chicken drumsticks with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Toss them well to evenly coat each piece with the seasoning.
Drizzle or lightly spray olive oil over the seasoned drumsticks.
Arrange the drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper, spaced evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, turning once halfway through.
After 35 minutes, remove the drumsticks and brush them with the prepared cola BBQ sauce on all sides. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
For extra caramelization, broil the drumsticks for 2–3 minutes at the end of baking.
Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with sliced green onions. Serve warm or refrigerate for later.