Sweet N Spicy Drumsticks
Transform your dinner table with Sweet N Spicy Drumsticks, a crowd-pleasing recipe that balances bold, fiery heat with a touch of honeyed sweetness. These oven-baked chicken drumsticks are marinated in a tantalizing blend of garlic, paprika, and olive oil before being glazed with a luscious sauce made from sriracha, soy sauce, and butter, enhanced by a tangy splash of apple cider vinegar. Perfectly caramelized in the oven, each bite boasts a satisfying crunch and juicy interior. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor, this dish is ideal for weeknight meals or game-day gatherings. Ready in under an hour and irresistibly delicious, these drumsticks will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the drumsticks and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss until the drumsticks are evenly coated.
Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes.
While the drumsticks are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and butter. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter melts and the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
After 20 minutes of baking, remove the drumsticks from the oven and brush them generously with the glaze. Turn them over and brush the other side as well.
Return the drumsticks to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until they are cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the glaze has caramelized slightly.
Remove the drumsticks from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Sweet N Spicy Drumsticks!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 176 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1026 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.9 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 540 mg | 11% | |
*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.
