Description
Irresistibly sticky and flavorful Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks! This easy recipe delivers juicy chicken coated in a sweet and savory glaze, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs Chicken drumsticks
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- Sesame seeds and chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, place the chicken drumsticks. Ensure they are dry by patting them down with paper towels. This helps the marinade adhere better.
- Make the Honey Garlic Marinade: In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), and black pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Pour the honey garlic marinade over the chicken drumsticks, ensuring each piece is well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for best results.
- Bake the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the marinated drumsticks on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown. Broil for the last 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness, watching carefully. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Pat the chicken dry before marinating to help the skin crisp up.
- Broil for the last few minutes for extra crispy skin, but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Adjust the amount of honey to suit your sweetness preference.
- Add more red pepper flakes for a spicier kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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