Description
These baked chicken drumsticks are coated in a sweet and salty honey-soy glaze that caramelizes in the oven for a deliciously sticky finish.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks (skin-on works best for crisping and glazing)
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (use low-sodium if you’re sensitive to salt)
- 1/4 cup honey (maple syrup can work in a pinch, but honey gets stickier)
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar (adds brightness; apple cider vinegar is a decent substitute)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a baking dish.
- Make the glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Coat the chicken: Place drumsticks in the baking dish in a single layer. Pour the glaze over the top and turn the drumsticks to coat.
- Bake: Cook for 35–40 minutes, turning the drumsticks halfway through.
- Check doneness: Chicken is safe when the thickest part reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
For a crispier skin, pat the chicken dry before coating, and avoid overcrowding the pan for better glaze reduction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian