Description
Mouthwatering sweet and sticky baked chicken drumsticks elevate home cooking with an irresistible blend of flavors. Juicy drumsticks glazed in a perfect harmony of sweet and tangy sauce promise a delightful meal that satisfies hunger and delights senses.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 12 chicken drumsticks
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) honey
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) brown sugar
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) sesame seeds (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a mixing bowl to create a robust, complex marinade.
- Transfer chicken drumsticks into a large resealable bag, pour the marinade over them, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours, allowing flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Extract drumsticks from the marinade, arranging them evenly on the prepared baking sheet, and set aside the remaining liquid for later basting.
- Drizzle olive oil over the drumsticks, then season generously with salt and pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping midway and brushing with reserved marinade to create a glossy, caramelized exterior and ensure even cooking.
- Once the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, remove from oven and garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor, ideally overnight, to help the meat absorb more delicious seasonings.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels and create a healthier version of the dish.
- Customize spice levels by adding red pepper flakes or sriracha to the marinade for extra kick.
- Pat chicken dry before marinating to ensure better sauce adherence and crispier skin during baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg