Sticky Chicken Drumsticks

These Sticky Chicken Drumsticks are an easy and delicious meal perfect for any occasion. The tender and flavorful sticky chicken drumsticks are baked to perfection with a sweet and tangy marinade. Paired with a crisp salad these sticky chicken drumsticks make for a perfect lunch or dinner option.

Preparing sticky chicken drumsticks couldn’t be simpler. Just whip up a flavorful marinade using honey, ginger, soy sauce, a dash of chili paste, and balsamic vinegar, then coat the chicken and bake until tender. I personally used my homemade chili jam for the chili paste, and it worked wonders in this recipe.

To achieve that irresistible caramelized, sticky surface, it’s crucial to baste the chicken frequently with the marinade while it bakes.

While I opted for drumsticks this time, this recipe works equally well with chicken wings or thighs.

How to make sticky chicken drumsticks

Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Score the chicken drumsticks to allow the marinade to infuse perfectly.

In a small bowl, prepare a flavorful blend of honey, ginger, soy sauce, chili paste, and vinegar. Coat the drumsticks generously with this marinade. For optimal taste, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes in a plastic bag.

Once ready, transfer the drumsticks to a greased baking dish and let them bake to perfection. As they cook, baste them with the reserved marinade every 10 minutes to achieve that irresistible sticky caramelization. After a total baking time of around 40 to 45 minutes, enjoy the golden-brown hue and fragrant aroma that fills your kitchen. Sprinkle chopped spring onions or chives on top for a fresh burst of flavor.

Serve these delectable drumsticks alongside a vibrant salad for a meal that everybody will love.

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Sticky Chicken Drumsticks

5 from 1 vote

Baked sticky chicken drumsticks are very easy to prepare, just make a simple flavorful marinade with honey, ginger, soy sauce, and chili paste and bake. Amazing.

Servings 4 servings

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 4 chicken drumsticks

For the marinade

• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 inch fresh root ginger , grated
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp chili paste
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
• oil for greasing the pan

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C).
• Score the surface of the drumsticks with a sharp knife in 3 or 4 places, to help the flavor penetrate, and set aside.
  
• In a small bowl mix together  honey, ginger, soy sauce, chili paste and vinegar.
  
• Coat the drumsticks with the marinade and place on a greased baking dish. If you are not in a hurry you may want to put the drumsticks with the marinade in a plastic bag for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors combine better.
  
• Place the drumsticks in the preheated oven, and after 30 minutes of baking start basting the drumsticks with reserved marinade, for few times while baking,  until sticky, caramelized and nicely browned, for another 10 or 15 minutes more.
• Remove, sprinkle chopped spring onion or chives on top and serve alongside a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 4Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 6.5gProtein: 13.2gFat: 3.3gSaturated Fat: 0.7gCholesterol: 42mgSugar: 5.4g

Calories: 110kcal

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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