Recipe - Panqa BBQ Chicken Legs

Panqa BBQ Chicken Legs (Sticky, Smoky & Bold)

These Panqa BBQ Chicken Legs are juicy, sticky, and packed with flavor. Classic BBQ vibes meet Panqa Sauce’s citrus-ginger chili heat, blended with ketchup to create a glossy, sweet-savory glaze that clings perfectly to every drumstick.

Perfect for weeknight dinners, game days, or backyard cookouts.

Why You’ll Love These Chicken Legs

• Juicy meat with crispy skin
• Easy homemade BBQ-style Panqa glaze
• Oven or air fryer friendly
• Bold flavor without overpowering sweetness

Ingredients

For the Chicken Legs:

• 4–6 chicken legs (drumsticks)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for crisping)

For the Panqa BBQ Sauce:

• ½ cup ketchup
• 2–3 tbsp Panqa Sauce (add more for heat)
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar (optional, for sweetness)
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (optional, for balance)

Optional garnish: chopped cilantro, sesame seeds, or green onions

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prep

• Preheat oven to 425°F or air fryer to 400°F.
• Pat chicken legs completely dry with paper towels.
• Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and olive oil if using.

2. Cook the Chicken Legs

Oven Method:

• Arrange chicken legs on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
• Bake for 40–45 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy.

Air Fryer Method:

• Air fry chicken legs in batches for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until browned and cooked through.

3. Make the Panqa BBQ Sauce

• In a bowl or small saucepan, mix ketchup, Panqa Sauce, honey or sugar (if using), and vinegar or lemon juice until smooth.

4. Sauce the Chicken Legs

• Transfer hot chicken legs to a large bowl.
• Pour Panqa BBQ sauce over the legs and toss until evenly coated.

5. Set the Glaze (Optional)

• For extra stickiness, return sauced chicken legs to the oven or air fryer for 3–5 minutes.

6. Serve

• Plate the chicken legs and drizzle with extra sauce if desired.
• Garnish and serve hot.

Pro Tips

• Toss chicken while hot so the sauce sticks better.
• For extra smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the sauce.
• Great served with fries, slaw, rice, or grilled veggies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these spicy?

Sweet and savory with medium heat. Adjust Panqa to taste.

Can I grill these instead?

Yes — grill first, then toss with Panqa BBQ sauce off the heat.

Can I make the sauce ahead of time?

Yes. Store refrigerated for up to 5 days.

BBQ Comfort, Elevated

These Panqa BBQ Chicken Legs take a classic favorite and turn it bold. Add Panqa Sauce to your cart and make them tonight.