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Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks

This recipe makes juicy chicken drumsticks with a sticky honey garlic glaze, quick and easy to prepare in one pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
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.
  • to taste chopped green onions (optional) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels.
  3. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir until smooth.
  4. Put drumsticks in a baking dish or on a rimmed sheet. Pour half the sauce over the chicken. Turn the drumsticks to coat them well.
Baking
  1. Bake the drumsticks for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove from oven and brush with the remaining sauce. Turn the pieces so both sides get a sticky glaze.
  3. Bake for another 10–15 minutes until juice runs clear and skin is golden.

Notes

Cool the chicken to room temperature, then put in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes until hot, or warm in a skillet until heated through. For longer storage, freeze up to 2 months in a freezer-safe container. Pat chicken dry for better color and use low-sodium soy for less salt.