Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Make sticky, tasty Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks with a sweet and savory glaze. This recipe is easy and good for weeknights.

introduction

This Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks recipe gives you juicy chicken with a sticky honey-soy garlic glaze. It uses few ingredients and simple steps. The chicken bakes until the skin is crispy and the meat is cooked through.

why make this recipe

• It is quick and simple.
• It uses common ingredients.
• Kids and adults like the sweet-savory flavor.
• Little hands-on time, mostly baking.

how to make Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix the glaze: combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika in a bowl.
3. Coat the drumsticks: place chicken drumsticks in a baking dish and pour the glaze over them. Turn each drumstick so they are well coated.
4. Bake: put the dish in the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes. Turn the drumsticks once halfway through so they crisp evenly.
5. Finish and serve: when done, the chicken should reach a safe internal temperature and the skin should be crispy. Optionally sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Ingredients :

• 8 chicken drumsticks
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
• Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika to create the glaze.
3. Place chicken drumsticks in a baking dish and pour the glaze over them, making sure they are well coated.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy, turning once halfway through.
5. Optional: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

how to serve Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks

• Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
• Add a green salad for freshness.
• Spoon extra pan juices over the chicken for more flavor.

how to store Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks

• Cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10–15 minutes or until hot.
• You can freeze cooked drumsticks for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

tips to make Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks

• Pat the drumsticks dry before glazing to help the skin crisp.
• Turn the drumsticks once during baking for even color.
• If the glaze browns too fast, cover with foil for the last 10 minutes.
• Use a meat thermometer: internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

variation (if any)

• Add a splash of rice vinegar or lemon juice for a tangy note.
• Add chili flakes or sriracha for heat.
• Use chicken thighs or wings instead of drumsticks; adjust cooking time.

FAQs

Q: Can I use low-sodium soy sauce?
A: Yes. Use low-sodium if you want less salty flavor. Taste the glaze and adjust salt if needed.

Q: How do I know the chicken is done?
A: Use a meat thermometer. The thickest part should read 165°F (74°C). Juices should run clear.

Q: Can I marinate the chicken ahead of time?
A: Yes. Marinate up to 4 hours in the fridge for more flavor. Do not leave raw chicken at room temperature.

Q: Can I make this on the grill?
A: Yes. Grill over medium heat, turning often, until cooked through and glazed.

Q: Is this recipe keto-friendly?
A: The honey adds carbs. For keto, replace honey with a low-carb sweetener like erythritol or a sugar-free syrup.

Conclusion

For another simple oven-baked honey-soy chicken method and extra tips, see Easy Oven-Baked Honey-Soy Chicken Drumsticks.

Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Make sticky, tasty Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks with a sweet and savory glaze. This easy recipe is perfect for weeknights and uses common ingredients.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Asian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce Low-sodium options can be used.
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt Adjust depending on soy sauce used.
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional) For garnish.
• Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika to create the glaze.
3. Place chicken drumsticks in a baking dish and pour the glaze over them, making sure they are well coated.

Baking

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy, turning once halfway through.
2. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Notes

Pat the drumsticks dry before glazing for crispier skin. If the glaze browns too fast, cover with foil for the last 10 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check if internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C). Optionally marinate chicken for up to 4 hours for enhanced flavor.