Fabulous Freezer Chicken Drumsticks Oamc
Save time without sacrificing flavor with these Fabulous Freezer Chicken Drumsticks, the ultimate make-ahead meal for busy weeknights! This easy oven-baked chicken recipe features tender drumsticks marinated in a mouthwatering blend of olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and spices, all conveniently prepped and stored in freezer-safe bags for up to three months. The combination of sweet honey, savory soy sauce, and aromatic paprika and thyme creates a perfect balance of flavors, while a hint of optional red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat. Ideal for meal prep enthusiasts and one-pot meal lovers, these drumsticks are succulently roasted to golden perfection in under 40 minutes. Serve them piping hot with fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp garden salad for a complete dinner that’s as effortless as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces chicken drumsticks
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 bags freezer-safe resealable bags
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, black pepper, paprika, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Divide the chicken drumsticks evenly between two freezer-safe resealable bags (6 drumsticks per bag).
Pour half of the marinade into each bag, ensuring all the chicken is well-coated.
Seal the bags, remove as much air as possible, and massage the chicken through the bag to distribute the marinade evenly.
Lay the bags flat in your freezer and freeze for up to 3 months.
When ready to cook, remove one bag from the freezer and allow it to thaw completely overnight in the refrigerator.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper and arrange the chicken drumsticks in a single layer.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping the drumsticks halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.7 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.9 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1116 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 10074 mg | 438% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.6 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 197.0 g | ||
| Protein | 292.2 g | 584% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 3844 mg | 82% | |
*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.
