Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

Get ready to elevate dinnertime with these irresistible Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks—a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors that will tantalize your taste buds! This easy, family-friendly recipe features tender drumsticks seasoned with a smoky paprika rub, seared to golden perfection, and smothered in a luxurious honey garlic glaze made with soy sauce, fresh garlic, and butter. With just 45 minutes from prep to plate, these succulent drumsticks bake to crispy, caramelized glory in the oven, all in one skillet for easy cleanup. Garnished with vibrant green onions and nutty sesame seeds, they’re not only visually stunning but also packed with rich, mouthwatering flavors. Serve them alongside fluffy rice or steamed vegetables for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal that’s sure to become a household favorite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this recipe is bursting with flavor, ease, and versatility.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
• 0.25 cup honey
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons paprika
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken drumsticks.

Step 3

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, sear the chicken drumsticks for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the honey and soy sauce, mixing well to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Return the seared chicken drumsticks to the skillet, tossing them to coat evenly in the honey garlic sauce.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping the drumsticks halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy your Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks with your favorite sides like rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1039.2 grams (1039.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2138

Total Fat 131.20g	168%
Saturated Fat 40.00g	200%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 806mg	269%
Sodium 5244mg	228%
Total Carbohydrate 61.20g	22%
Dietary Fiber 3.60g	13%
Total Sugars 50.30g
Protein 187.30g	375%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175mg	13%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 2275mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.3%

Protein: 34.4%

Carbs: 11.3%