Tender chicken drumsticks baked in a homemade honey butter garlic glaze that caramelizes to perfection. A simple, flavorful meal that’s family-friendly and oven-ready.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
8 chicken drumsticks
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare baking dish with foil or oil.
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Dry drumsticks thoroughly. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Melt butter in a small pan, then add garlic. Cook until fragrant.
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Stir in honey and soy sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Pour sauce over drumsticks and coat well.
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Bake for 35–45 minutes, basting once halfway through.
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Optional: Broil 2–3 minutes for extra caramelization.
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Let rest 5 minutes before serving.