Easy Sticky Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients:

• 8–10 chicken drumsticks

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

For the Sticky Sauce:

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup)

• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

• 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili paste (optional, for heat)

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Optional Garnish:

• Sesame seeds

• Sliced green onions

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.

2. Prepare Chicken

   • Pat drumsticks dry with paper towels.

   • Season lightly with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.

3. Make the Sauce

   • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin, garlic, ginger, sriracha, and sesame oil.

4. Bake Chicken

   • Place drumsticks on the baking sheet. Brush generously with half of the sticky sauce.

   • Bake for 25 minutes, then turn the drumsticks and brush with remaining sauce.

   • Bake another 15–20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and glaze is caramelized.

5. Serve

   • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

   • Serve with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.