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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs on the Grill

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Posted: 01/08/25

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Parmesan Chicken Legs collage. Top image of garlic parmesan chicken legs on cutting board, bottom image of chicken legs on the grill.
Grilled Parmesan Chicken Drumstick, ready to eat and finger-licking good!
Grilled Parmesan Chicken Drumstick, ready to eat and finger-licking good!

Delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs on the Grill are perfect for your cookouts, barbecues and backyard parties! The grilled chicken legs are coated with savory garlic and cheesy Parmesan and are lick-your-fingers good! They will be an instant hit at your next cookout or party. Drumsticks are easy to grill, flavorful and inexpensive! 

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A platter of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs, with a close-up view of one of the grilled chicken legs coated in garlic parmesan .
Easy and delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken is perfect for your cookout!

You’re going to love this easy meal as much as we do. I love serving up drumsticks for a party also because they come with a built-in handle; they are easy to grab and enjoy AND make an affordable dish!

Like my recipes for Grilled BBQ Chicken Legs and Grilled Ranch Chicken Drumsticks this is a kid friendly meal too, just be sure to have plenty of wipes or paper towels handy because these drummies are cheesy and lick-your-fingers delicious!

Also, a word of warning: these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs are so tasty even your neighbors will magically appear at dinnertime! Or at least, that’s what happened with my neighbors. Their little boy spied my kids out playing ball and came over to play with them. When he saw my grilling he decided he’d stay for dinner. I really can’t blame him. Why is it that every kid loves chicken legs?

When his Mom came over to claim him she couldn’t resist grabbing one of these Garlic Parmesan Drumsticks herself!

She reported they were definitely finger licking good!

Why You’ll love garlic parmesan chicken on the grill

  • These juicy drumsticks are a super affordable way to feed a crowd of people!
  • Very little prep for a whole lot of flavor!
  • Work great as an appetizer or part of your main course on game day.
  • They’ve got a built in handle for easy eating!

Ingredients for Garlic Parmesan Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

  • Chicken Drumsticks – leave the skin on for extra flavor and moisture
  • Seasoning – to season chicken in this recipe, use salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper
  • Butter – salted or unsalted, whichever you have on hand
  • Garlic – fresh, minced garlic really gives the sauce a burst of flavor
  • Parsley – fresh parsley is best but feel free to use dried if that’s what you have available to you
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese – this perfectly salty cheese is sure to kick these chicken legs up a notch

Helpful Tools

  • Grill
  • Non-stick spray
  • Garlic press
  • Grill tongs
  • Basting brush
  • Large bowl
On the grill garlic parmesan chicken legs are being cooked!

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How to make Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs on the Grill

  1. Preheat grill to 350-400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Brush chicken with olive oil and rub seasoning into the chicken legs to coat well.
  3. Cook on the grill for about 30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 185-190 degrees Fahrenheit.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by combining melted butter, minced garlic, fresh parsley and shredded parmesan in a large enough bowl that all of the drumsticks will fit in.
  5. Remove golden brown drumsticks from the grill, toss in the sauce and serve.

How easy is that right? Super simple and so good!

How long do you cook chicken legs on the grill?

The chicken legs will take about 30 minutes on the grill. You’ll want to rotate every ten minutes. That way they will not burn. Chicken is cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 185-190 degrees Fahreneheit.

I know technically it’s an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahreneheit for cooked chicken, but I’ve found out with chicken legs the sweet spot is 185-190 degrees Fahrenheit. The meat around the joint is fully cooked through and you avoid the rubbery chicken and instead get fall off the bone chicken legs. Go with the higher temperature!

Can I bake drumsticks in the oven?

Yes, you can! Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and cook seasoned chicken legs for about 30 minutes in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, just like on the grill. Remove from the oven and toss in the garlic butter mixture before serving.

Are Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs Gluten Free?

They sure are! This recipe is great to have on hand when you might be feeding a person with gluten sensitivities. You may want to make sure that all of your specific ingredients are gluten-friendly before cooking, but the recipe itself is gluten free.

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How to store leftovers

Store cooled leftover garlic parmesan chicken legs in an airtight container up to three days. You can also freeze cooked drumsticks if you think you have too many leftovers, for a couple of months.

How to reheat leftovers

Reheat in the oven or even an air fryer! Add a little bit of moisture to keep the drumsticks from drying out.

Pro Tips

  • Start with a clean grill. Be sure to remove any charred bits leftover from your previous meal.
  • Right before the chicken is added to the grill, coat it with a good non-stick cooking spray or use tongs to rub a paper towel dipped in oil on the grill.
  • Keep the grill hot, but not too hot, about 350 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. If the grill is too hot, the outside will burn before the meat inside is cooked through.
  • You can add chicken thighs to the grill as well, just remember that they will have a longer cook time.
Three garlic parmesan chicken drumsticks on a wooden platter perfectly cooked! If you're hungry these are ready to be devoured!

These fall off the bone drumsticks are perfectly seasoned and are sure to be a hit at your next tailgate or cookout. Double up the batch to feed a crowd! You will always have perfectly grilled chicken legs following this recipe.

What to serve with Garlic Parmesan Chicken

  • No need to heat up the house to make Easy Smoked Vegetables. Tons of flavor from balsamic vinegar and seasonings, then perfectly smoked.
  • Baked Beans on the Grill are a super easy side dish with a TON of flavor!
  • Loaded with butter, cheese and garlic, Grilled Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread will go perfectly with the Garlic Parmesan Drumsticks (If you’re a carb addict like me, this will be your new favorite bread!)
  • Round out your meal with family favorite Blackberry Cobbler. Bonus? This is an easy make-ahead dessert!

More Great Chicken Recipes!

  • Taco seasoning is the key to Southwest grilled chicken making leftovers perfect for using in tacos!
  • Ranch Grilled Chicken Legs take hardly any prep before you’re all set to hit the grill!
  • Juicy, saucy and smoky chicken legs that are easy to set and forget in the smoker.

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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs
4.56 from 9 votes

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs

These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs are coated with savory garlic and cheesy Parmesan goodness!
Prep:15 minutes mins
Cook:30 minutes mins
Total:45 minutes mins
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Ingredients

  • 2.5 pounds chicken drumsticks skin on
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ cup butter melted
  • 8 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat grill to 350-400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Brush chicken legs with olive oil. 
  • In a small bowl combine salt, garlic powder and black pepper. Rub into chicken legs. 
  • Place chicken legs on grill for 30 minutes rotating every 10 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 185-190 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • While chicken legs are grilling combine butter, garlic, parsley and Parmesan cheese in large mixing bowl. When chicken legs are fully cooked place in bowl and toss to coat. Remove and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 365kcal (18%), Carbohydrates: 2g (1%), Protein: 19g (38%), Fat: 31g (48%), Saturated Fat: 15g (94%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 11g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 137mg (46%), Sodium: 482mg (21%), Potassium: 246mg (7%), Fiber: 0.1g, Sugar: 0.1g, Vitamin A: 709IU (14%), Vitamin C: 2mg (2%), Calcium: 96mg (10%), Iron: 1mg (6%)
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  1. Lorna Curran says

    Posted on 1/16/25 at 11:01 am

    1 star
    Drumsticks are not legs, thighs are not legs. The two pieces together form a leg. Please correct the name of your recipe. I did not want a drumstick recipe, I wanted a leg recipe.

    Reply
    • Brooke Kill says

      Posted on 1/16/25 at 6:40 pm

      I’m sorry to hear you are disappointed with the name of the recipe. But I am a bit confused, if they are part of the leg wouldn’t it still be considered a chicken leg recipe?

      Reply
  2. Dana says

    Posted on 9/9/23 at 8:48 pm

    5 stars
    My new IT recipe! Made this for a family of 13 and everyone loved it! Super easy and delicious.

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      Posted on 9/11/23 at 8:19 am

      Awesome. The flavor of these chicken legs is awesome. Thank you for rating this recipe! 🙂

      Reply
  3. CJ says

    Posted on 6/28/23 at 9:14 am

    How long would you cook these in the oven…what temperature

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      Posted on 7/10/23 at 12:32 pm

      We don’t know the exact conversion as we haven’t made this recipe in the oven. We’d start at 350 degrees for 40 minutes and make sure to temp the chicken often.

      Reply
  4. Kristen says

    Posted on 7/15/22 at 6:37 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe!!

    Reply
    • the Evinks says

      Posted on 7/18/22 at 11:46 am

      Thanks Kristen! Thanks so much for commenting and rating the recipe!

      Reply
  5. Shane says

    Posted on 5/15/22 at 10:47 am

    5 stars
    Wow! Great way to make people go for the legs instead of the breasts, these are delicious!

    Reply
    • the Evinks says

      Posted on 5/16/22 at 8:43 am

      So glad you enjoyed them Shane! Thanks for commenting and rating the recipe!

      Reply
  6. Thea says

    Posted on 4/26/22 at 8:07 pm

    How to cook in oven have no grill

    Reply
    • the Evinks says

      Posted on 5/16/22 at 8:37 am

      Follow the directions just place on a baking sheet in the oven instead of on the grill.

      Reply
    • Karen k says

      Posted on 6/27/25 at 5:50 pm

      when I don’t feel like grilling, I put a cookie cooling rack on a baking sheet and bake the chicken using the rack. comes out great.

      Reply
  7. Tammy Wilson says

    Posted on 10/3/21 at 7:36 pm

    5 stars
    You were right! Everyone loved these. I made them today for the Seahawks game. It was a win win all around. ! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 11/15/21 at 10:44 am

      Amazing to hear Tammy!!

      Reply
  8. Malinda says

    Posted on 3/17/21 at 12:58 pm

    5 stars
    This was so good! My whole family loved it and it’s now on regular rotation!!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      Posted on 3/18/21 at 8:55 am

      Awesome Malinda! Glad you loved this recipe.

      Reply
  9. Alison LaFortune says

    Posted on 3/6/21 at 6:08 pm

    5 stars
    So tender and delicious! Love the garlic & parmesan flavor.

    Reply
    • Julie says

      Posted on 3/8/21 at 1:34 pm

      Thank you for your comment Alison! I’m so glad you loved this recipe!

      Reply
  10. Danielle says

    Posted on 2/28/21 at 10:58 am

    5 stars
    I loved the combination of of garlic and parmesan! So delicious!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      Posted on 3/1/21 at 9:31 am

      Thanks Danielle for your comment! Glad that you thought this recipe was delicious!

      Reply
  11. Melanie says

    Posted on 12/21/19 at 3:06 pm

    Hello. These look really good and I would like to try making them. My only question is, do you cook this with the lid open or closed?

    Reply
    • Megan Mitzel says

      Posted on 12/28/19 at 9:44 pm

      Lid closed

      Reply

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