Glazed Drumsticks
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these irresistibly sticky and flavorful Glazed Drumsticks! Perfectly seasoned chicken drumsticks are seared to golden perfection, then coated in a luscious homemade glaze made with soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Baked until tender and caramelized, these drumsticks strike the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy. A touch of sesame oil and a garnish of sesame seeds and green onions add an aromatic flair, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just under an hour, this easy recipe is ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings. Pair these finger-licking drumsticks with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a complete meal that’s sure to impress! Keywords: glazed chicken drumsticks, sticky drumsticks, baked drumsticks, easy chicken dinner, sweet and savory chicken.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup water
- 1.5 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels and season them with salt and black pepper on all sides.
In a large oven-safe skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, sear the drumsticks for about 2-3 minutes per side until the skin is golden brown. Remove the drumsticks and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water.
Return the skillet to medium heat and pour in the glaze mixture. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water to make a slurry, then stir it into the glaze. Cook for another minute until the glaze thickens to the desired consistency.
Place the seared drumsticks back into the skillet, coating them thoroughly with the glaze.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the glazed drumsticks for 25 minutes, turning them halfway through to ensure they are evenly coated and cooked.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish the drumsticks with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve the glazed drumsticks warm with your choice of side dishes, such as steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.7 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 168 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 964 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.7 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 571 mg | 12% | |
*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.
