Easy Grilled Glazed Chicken Legs – The Perfect Meal After Pressure Washing the Deck
Summer means grilling season—but it also means yard work season. Between mowing the lawn, scrubbing patio furniture, and, in my case, spending three gruelling hours pressure washing the deck, the last thing I wanted to do was cook something complicated.
That’s where these Grilled Glazed Chicken Legs come in.
This recipe is my go-to when I need something quick, easy, and ridiculously satisfying. After a full afternoon of sweat and soap suds, I didn’t have the energy for a full-on meal prep session. I needed something I could throw on the BBQ with minimal effort—but still feel like I actually cooked.
CUISINE
Barbeque
Cooking Process…
Just season the chicken legs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, toss them on the grill, and brush on a super simple glaze made with water, honey, and soy sauce. That’s it. No marinating. Great flavour with very minimal work.
The glaze caramelizes beautifully as it grills, giving the chicken that perfect balance of sweet, salty, and smoky. It’s a low-effort, high-reward dish that’s ideal for a busy summer evening.
I pair this with a creamy macaroni salad.
EASY GRILLED GLAZED CHICKEN LEG
INGREDIENTS
Chicken
Glaze
GUIDE / INSTRUCTIONS
- 1Pat chicken legs dry. Season all sides generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- 2Heat your BBQ to medium-high heat (around 375–400°F).
- 3In a small saucepan, combine water, honey, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let it cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
- 4Place the chicken legs on the grill. Cook for about 25–30 minutes, turning every 5–7 minutes for even cooking. Brush the glaze onto the chicken throughout the entire grilling process, reapplying each time you flip the pieces to build a sticky, flavourful coating.
- 5Chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. The skin should be nicely browned and caramelized.
- 6Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
