Description
Tender chicken drumsticks baked with a sweet and savory honey glaze, perfect for family gatherings or quiet dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: sesame seeds for garnish
- Optional: sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, black pepper, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Marinate the drumsticks in a zip-top bag or bowl with the marinade for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Arrange the marinated drumsticks in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the drumsticks for about 40 minutes, basting halfway through.
- Check the internal temperature of the drumsticks with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate overnight. Ensure not to overcrowd the baking sheet for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg