Description
This Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks recipe delivers a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors with a sticky, caramelized glaze. A simple and easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Chicken Drumsticks
- 1/2 cup Honey
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1/2 tsp Ginger, ground
- 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- Sesame Seeds and Green Onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, sesame oil, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss to ensure they are evenly coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange marinated chicken drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and brush with remaining marinade.
- Return to oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (165°F or 74°C) and glaze is sticky and caramelized.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions (optional).
Notes
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
- Arrange drumsticks in a single layer for even cooking and caramelization.
- Baste with remaining marinade to maximize the sticky, flavorful glaze.
- Watch the glaze carefully during the last few minutes of baking to avoid burning.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
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