Sticky Chicken Drumsticks
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
371 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Sticky Chicken Drumsticks
Description
In this Sticky Chicken Drumsticks recipe, chicken pieces are coated in a sauce blending barbecue sauce, honey or brown sugar, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. The drumsticks are baked at a high temperature twice, with additional sauce brushing midway to enhance the sticky caramelized exterior. The result is a balance of sweet and savory flavors with tender, well-cooked meat beneath a glossy, flavorful glaze.
The chicken can be broiled briefly at the end to intensify browning and slightly crisp the skin, if desired. It's suitable for serving as a main course with sides, bringing a comforting and rich taste profile typical of sticky, baked chicken.
Bone-in chicken thighs may be substituted for drumsticks using the same method. The dish is best served hot from the oven to retain the sticky texture of the sauce.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken drumstick
Sauce
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- ¼ cup honey or brow sugar
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Brush chicken with sauce and place on a parchment-lined pan. Bake 20 minutes.
- Brush with more sauce, turning chicken to coat well and bake an additional 20-25 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F and sauce is sticky.
Notes
- Bone-in chicken thighs can be used instead of drumsticks with the same baking steps.
- For extra browning, broil on low for 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Garnish with green onions for added freshness and color.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 371 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 371 | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 140mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 677mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 463mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 197IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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