Baked Honey Glazed Chicken Recipe

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Posted November 8, 2023 by: Admin #Kitchen

Indulge in the delightful flavors of these finger-licking sticky honey glazed chicken drumsticks. The honey-soy glaze adds an irresistible twist, making these drumsticks a mouthwatering treat. These succulent delights are a perfect accompaniment to steamed white rice and a medley of vegetables. In our household, we have a deep fondness for chicken drumsticks. Not only are they budget-friendly, but they also easily cater to a crowd’s appetite.

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A pile of baked honey glazed chicken legs

These baked chicken drumsticks are a regular feature on our Sunday menu. This recipe yields a substantial batch of chicken legs, making it suitable for large gatherings. Even if you’re serving a smaller group, we recommend making the big pack of drumsticks. If there are any leftovers, they make for a quick and delicious lunch option the following day.

Ingredients for Honey Glazed Chicken:

  • 5 lbs chicken drumsticks
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce*
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2 Tbsp dijon mustard
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced or finely grated
  • 1 Tbsp ginger, peeled and finely grated
  • Sesame seeds and chives for garnish, optional

*If using low-sodium soy sauce, add 1 1/2 tsp of salt to the recipe. For a gluten-free version, opt for soy sauce like Tamari.

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How to Make Honey Glazed Chicken Drumsticks:

  1. Begin by whisking together all the marinade ingredients in a small bowl: 3/4 cup honey, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 Tbsp dijon mustard, 4 grated garlic cloves, and 1 Tbsp grated ginger. Reserve 2/3 cup of this marinade and refrigerate it.

Two photos of bowls and a marinate being mixed in them

  1. Place the drumsticks in a large ziplock bag or a food saver bag**. Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken, remove as much air from the bag as possible, and seal it. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight, turning the bag occasionally to evenly distribute the marinade for the best flavor.

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F, positioning the rack in the center of the oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet or a large roasting pan with parchment paper***.

***Tip: Trim the parchment paper to fit the pan and extend up the sides without hanging over the edge for easier cleanup, preventing the paper from scorching. Ensure you line the pan to avoid scrubbing caramelized honey later.

  1. Arrange the chicken skin-side up, ensuring that the pieces do not touch. Add just enough marinade to coat the bottom of the baking pan, discarding any excess from the bag. Bake at 400°F for 25 minutes. Then, flip the chicken over to be skin-side down and bake for an additional 20 minutes. If you desire a caramelized skin, remove the drumsticks from the oven, flip them over again (skin-side up), and broil on high for 3-4 minutes or until the skins turn brown.

These baked honey glazed chicken drumsticks are finger-lickin' good! The honey-soy glaze makes these juicy chicken drumsticks so flavorful and irresistible | natashaskitchen.com

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  1. While the chicken is baking, transfer the reserved 2/3 cup of marinade to a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 7 minutes until it thickens and becomes syrupy. Remove from heat and brush this glaze over the baked chicken drumsticks. You can also garnish with sesame seeds and chopped chives if desired.

These baked honey glazed chicken drumsticks are finger-lickin' good! The honey-soy glaze makes these juicy chicken drumsticks so flavorful and irresistible | natashaskitchen.com

The glaze is the crowning touch that makes these drumsticks absolutely irresistible!

These baked honey glazed chicken drumsticks are finger-lickin' good! The honey-soy glaze makes these juicy chicken drumsticks so flavorful and irresistible | natashaskitchen.com

  • In a small bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients: 3/4 cup honey, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 Tbsp dijon mustard, 4 grated garlic cloves, and 1 Tbsp grated ginger. Reserve 2/3 cup of marinade and refrigerate.
  • Place drumsticks in a large ziploc bag or food saver bag, pour remaining marinade over chicken, remove as much air from the bag as you can and seal. Refrigerate 6 hours or overnight, turning the bag a few times while marinating to disperse the marinade for best flavor.
  • Preheat oven to 400˚F. Place rack in center of oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet or large roasting pan with parchment***.
  • Arrange chicken skin-side up, so chicken pieces are not touching. Add enough of the marinade to just coat the bottom of the baking pan and discard anything left in the bag. Bake at 400˚F for 25 minutes. Turn chicken over skin-side down and bake additional 20 minutes. If you want your chicken skin caramelized at the end, remove drumsticks from the oven and turn them over again (skin-side-up), and broil on high for 3-4 minutes or until skins are browned.
  • While chicken is baking, pour reserved 2/3 cup marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer 7 minutes or until thickened and syrupy. Remove from heat and brush over baked chicken drumsticks. Garnish with sesame seeds and chives if desired.

Is your mouth watering yet? We’re certainly craving these delectable honey glazed chicken drumsticks all over again! Enjoy this mouthwatering recipe, my friends!

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