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Crispy Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks Delight

Enjoy Crispy Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks, a delightful blend of sweet and zesty flavors perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 drumsticks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces Chicken Drumsticks Bone-in and skin-on
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Honey Pure honey for best taste
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Or garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • medium bowl
  • whisk
  • tongs
  • zip-top bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, chili flakes, black pepper, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Place chicken drumsticks in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over. Coat each drumstick evenly and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) for about 10 minutes before baking.
  4. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Arrange drumsticks in a single layer with space between them.
  5. Bake the chicken drumsticks for 30 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Flip each drumstick and brush with remaining marinade. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Switch the oven to broil for 2-3 minutes at the end for extra crispiness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drumstickCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate overnight and serve with fresh herbs as garnish.

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