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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 sweet-and-savory family favorite that satisfies comfort food cravings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Marination 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 Skin-on, bone-in
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Honey Substitute with maple syrup if desired
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Add to taste
Optional Final Touch
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes For extra heat

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Tongs
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, chili flakes, black pepper, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken drumsticks in a bowl or bag and pour the marinade over. Let them marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or longer in the fridge for best results.
  3. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  4. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment and arrange the marinated drumsticks in a single layer.
  5. Initial Bake: Bake the drumsticks in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  6. Flip and Add Marinade: After 30 minutes, flip the drumsticks and brush remaining marinade over them. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  7. Broil (Optional): For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes, watching closely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drumstickCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 19gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate overnight. Pat chicken dry for crispiness. Always check internal temperature with a thermometer.

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