Name: Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 3 h 10 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 3 pounds chicken drumsticks (bone in, with skin); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 5 tablespoons honey; ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (or ½ teaspoon ginger powder); ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Description

This Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks recipe features tender chicken drumsticks marinated in a flavorful blend of honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. The marinade infuses the meat with a perfect balance of sweet and savory, then baked to juicy perfection with a golden, caramelized finish. Ideal for an easy yet impressive weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

3 pounds chicken drumsticks (bone in, with skin)

Marinade

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
5 tablespoons honey
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (or ½ teaspoon ginger powder)
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Garnish

1 tablespoon chopped parsley

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Instructions

Prepare the chicken: In a 9×13-inch casserole dish, whisk together the olive oil, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Marinate: Add the chicken drumsticks to the marinade and toss well to ensure each piece is fully coated. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor absorption.
Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
Bake the chicken: Remove the plastic wrap and place the casserole dish with the marinated drumsticks into the preheated oven. Bake for 45 minutes, turning the drumsticks halfway through to brown evenly and develop a golden color. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 175°F (79°C) for safe consumption.
Garnish and serve: Once baked, sprinkle the chopped parsley over the drumsticks for freshness and serve with the pan sauce for enhanced flavor.

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances the flavor and tenderizes the chicken.
You can substitute low sodium soy sauce with tamari to make it gluten-free.
Use a meat thermometer to guarantee the chicken is properly cooked.
For a spicier twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.