Sweet Hoisin Chicken Drumsticks
Juicy, sticky, and packed with bold, savory-sweet flavors, these Sweet Hoisin Chicken Drumsticks are a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Featuring a flavorful marinade made with hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic, these drumsticks are baked to golden perfection, then broiled for a caramelized glaze that’s irresistibly glossy. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Garnished with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds, these drumsticks pair beautifully with steamed rice or a crisp salad, making for a versatile meal that’s sure to impress. Add this Asian-inspired chicken recipe to your rotation for a fuss-free dish that’s big on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 pieces Chicken drumsticks
- 0.5 cup Hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels, then place them in a large bowl. Drizzle with vegetable oil, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
Pour the marinade over the chicken drumsticks, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
Arrange the drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting.
Bake the drumsticks in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove them from the oven, baste with the reserved marinade, and return them to bake for another 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
For a caramelized glaze, switch the oven to broil during the last 2–3 minutes of cooking, keeping an eye on the drumsticks to prevent burning.
Once cooked, remove the drumsticks from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy your Sweet Hoisin Chicken Drumsticks with rice or a salad on the side!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
615 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.2 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 211 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 1468 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 58.0 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 658 mg | 14% | |
*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.
