Hey, y'all! These Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks are about to become your new favorite weeknight meal. With a simple marinade made from honey, garlic, soy sauce, and a few other pantry staples, the drumsticks bake up juicy and flavorful, with a golden, sticky glaze that will have everyone coming back for more.

Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

Whether you’re making them for a family dinner or a casual get-together, these drumsticks are always a hit!

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Ingredients: Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

What makes these drumsticks so special is how easy they are to prepare. You’ll need just a handful of ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. The sweet honey pairs perfectly with the savory garlic and soy sauce, creating a simple yet irresistible glaze. Best of all, you don’t need to marinate for hours to get great flavor — just 30 minutes will do!

• 10 chicken leg drumsticks
• 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp. sesame oil
• ⅓ c. soy sauce
• 3 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 3 tbsp. honey
• 2 tbsp. minced garlic
• 1 tsp. pepper
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. red pepper flakes

How to Make Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

Making Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks is a breeze. After mixing the ingredients for the marinade, you’ll coat the chicken and bake it to crispy, golden perfection. With minimal prep and cook time, this dish will become a go-to for busy nights or when you’re craving something easy but delicious.

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, garlic, pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir until everything is well mixed.
3. Add the chicken legs to a large ziplock bag, then pour the sauce into the bag. Seal and shake the bag to coat the chicken evenly.
4. Place the chicken legs in a 9x13 baking dish and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through, golden, and glazed.
5. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice, and top with scallions, if desired.

Pro Tips For Making This Recipe

1. Marinating the chicken in a ziplock bag ensures the sauce coats every piece evenly, saving time and mess. For the best flavor, marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
2. To ensure your drumsticks are fully cooked, use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 165°F to be safe to eat.
3. If you want an extra burst of flavor, baste the chicken with the sauce halfway through baking. This will help it get an even more flavorful, caramelized glaze.
4. Let the drumsticks rest for about 5 minutes after removing them from the oven. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and juicy.

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Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

These Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks are sweet, savory, and so satisfying. Whether you pair them with mashed potatoes, rice, or a simple salad, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser every time.

Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

JC Phelps

Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks are sweet, savory, and packed with flavor, making them a perfect, easy meal with a delicious glaze.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 10

Calories 330 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 10 chicken leg drumsticks
• 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp. sesame oil
• ⅓ c. soy sauce
• 3 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 3 tbsp. honey
• 2 tbsp. minced garlic
• 1 tsp. pepper
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. red pepper flakes

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 375°F.
• In a large bowl, combine the vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, garlic, pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir until everything is well mixed.
• Add the chicken legs to a large ziplock bag, then pour the sauce into the bag. Seal and shake the bag to coat the chicken evenly.
• Place the chicken legs in a 9x13 baking dish and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through, golden, and glazed.
• Serve with mashed potatoes or rice, and top with scallions, if desired.

Notes

• Marinating the chicken in a ziplock bag ensures the sauce coats every piece evenly, saving time and mess. For the best flavor, marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
• To ensure your drumsticks are fully cooked, use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 165°F to be safe to eat.
• If you want an extra burst of flavor, baste the chicken with the sauce halfway through baking. This will help it get an even more flavorful, caramelized glaze.
• Let the drumsticks rest for about 5 minutes after removing them from the oven. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and juicy.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 806mgPotassium: 344mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 271IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 2mg

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