Easy and Good Teriyaki Chicken Drumettes
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Easy and Good Teriyaki Chicken Drumettes! Juicy chicken drumettes are marinated in a delightful homemade teriyaki sauce, featuring a perfect balance of savory soy sauce, sweet honey, and brown sugar, with a punch of fresh garlic and ginger for an authentic flavor. Tenderized in the oven and glazed to caramelized perfection, these drumettes are topped with sesame seeds and scallions for an elegant, crowd-pleasing presentation. With minimal prep time and a quick 35-minute cook, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, game-day gatherings, or casual parties. Serve them warm for a finger-licking treat that combines convenience with incredible flavor—guaranteed to impress any crowd.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken drumettes
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 pieces Scallions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a medium bowl, prepare the teriyaki marinade by whisking together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
Place the chicken drumettes in a large bowl or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the prepared marinade over the drumettes, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for stronger flavor).
Remove the drumettes from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Reserve the marinade.
Bake the drumettes in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the marinade for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly into a glaze.
After 20 minutes, remove the drumettes from the oven and brush them generously with the thickened glaze. Return them to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C) and lightly caramelized.
Once the drumettes are done, remove from the oven and allow them to rest for 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced scallions, if desired, for garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy your easy and delicious teriyaki chicken drumettes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.5 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.5 g | 212% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 807 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 5257 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.9 g | ||
| Protein | 177.8 g | 356% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2488 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
