Best 4 Glazed Chicken Drumsticks Recipes

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Savor the tantalizing flavors and crispy textures of glazed chicken drumsticks, a culinary delight that combines succulent chicken, a sweet and sticky glaze, and a hint of smokiness. Let your taste buds embark on a journey as you explore the secrets to creating this irresistible dish. With its versatility and ease of preparation, glazed chicken drumsticks will undoubtedly become a staple in your kitchen repertoire.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TANGERINE-MAPLE GLAZED CHICKEN THIGHS AND DRUMSTICKS



Tangerine-Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs and Drumsticks image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 tablespoons canola oil
1 small red onion, coarsely chopped
1 quart tangerine juice or tangerine-orange juice, not from concentrate
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 tangerine or orange, zested
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
8 chicken drumsticks
8 bone-in chicken thighs
Salt
2 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish
Grilled oranges and tangerines, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to medium-high.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a medium saucepan over high heat, add the onion and cook until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the juice and thyme, bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened and reduced to approximately 1/2 cup, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Strain the mixture into a bowl and whisk in the syrup, soy sauce and black pepper and let cool to room temperature. Can be made 2 days in advance and brought to room temperature before using.
  • Brush chicken on both sides with the remaining oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown on both sides and just cooked through. Begin brushing with the glaze during the last 5 minutes of grilling. Remove to a platter and sprinkle with the green onion. Garnish with grilled citrus.

BBQ GLAZED CRISPY CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS



BBQ Glazed Crispy Chicken Drumsticks image

These crispy on the outside, moist on the inside drumsticks give you the crunch of fried chicken and the sweet tang of outdoor BBQ without the grease and heavy feeling of regular fried chicken.

Provided by VanSmaq

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 chicken drumsticks, with skin
1/2 cup canola oil or 1/2 cup peanut oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 375. If you have a convection oven, I highly recommend using that setting for this recipe. I have tested without a convection oven and while it did produce comparative results, the chicken was crispier when using convection.
  • Rinse drumsticks and pat dry to ensure that you get as much moisture off of the surface of the chicken as possible. Place on a paper towel and set aside.
  • Pour the cornstarch into a large Ziploc bag and close. Shake the bag to break up any lumps of cornstarch and to coat the inside of the bag. (I like to use the large freezer bags, but if you don't have any you can use sandwich bags and work in batches).
  • Open the Ziploc bag and insert the drumsticks. Seal the bag again and try to leave a good amount of air in the bag. Give the bag a good shake to evenly coat the meat.
  • In a medium size pan with high sides, heat the oil over medium-high heat until small wisps of smoke appear on the surface. (You want to make sure that the depth of your oil is about a 1/4 inch; so the amount of oil you use is subject to the size of your pan)
  • Working in batches, fry the chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side or until the crust is just starting to brown. Transfer to a cooling rack placed over a paper towel to drain.
  • Line a cookie sheet or baking pan with foil and place a cooling rack on top of the foil. You can use the same cooling rack that you used to drain the chicken. Place the chicken on the cooling rack.
  • With a pastry or basting brush, paint the drumsticks with your favorite BBQ sauce. (I use a ketchup based sauce like Cattlemen's. I found it best to put a light coating of sauce on the meat to impart that hint of backyard BBQ without over powering the flavor of the chicken).
  • Place the drumsticks in the pre-heated oven and bake/roast for about 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and allow the drumsticks to sit for about 5 minutes to cool slightly before serving.

GLAZED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS



Glazed Chicken Drumsticks image

Since chicken breast seems to be getting more and more expensive I was looking for recipes for drumsticks. This one looked good, but I haven't tried it yet! This needs to marinate for at least 1 hour.

Provided by mariposa13

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 chicken drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon chili sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Place chicken drumsticks in ungreased shallow glass dish.
  • Mix remaining ingredients; pour over chicken.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375*.
  • Line broiler pan with aluminum foil.
  • Place chicken on rack in broiler pan.
  • Brush chicken with remaining sauce.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until done.

HOISIN-AND-CHILI-GLAZED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS WITH SLAW



Hoisin-and-Chili-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Slaw image

For a finger lickin' good dinner, try these glazed drumsticks served with a crunchy Asian-accented slaw.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 chicken drumsticks (about 2 pounds)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons chili paste, such as sambal oelek
1/2 head napa cabbage, shredded (6 cups)
4 medium carrots, peeled and shredded (2 cups)
4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and thinly sliced (2 cups)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1/3 cup chopped cilantro, plus more for serving
Steamed rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place chicken on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Stir together hoisin and chili paste; brush evenly over chicken. Bake until blackened and just cooked through, 40 to 45 minutes. Reserve juices that accumulate on baking sheet.
  • Meanwhile, combine cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, lime juice, oil, and cilantro in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Toss occasionally while chicken cooks. Serve chicken with reserved juices and more cilantro over rice, with slaw alongside.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken drumsticks: Look for drumsticks that are plump and have a good amount of meat on them. Avoid drumsticks that are thin or have a lot of bone.
  • Marinate the chicken drumsticks: Marinating the chicken drumsticks in a flavorful marinade will help to keep them moist and tender. You can use a variety of marinades, such as a simple mixture of olive oil, garlic, and herbs, or a more complex marinade with ingredients like honey, soy sauce, and ginger.
  • Cook the chicken drumsticks properly: The best way to cook chicken drumsticks is to bake them in the oven. This will help to ensure that they are cooked evenly and through. You can also grill or fry chicken drumsticks, but be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • Glaze the chicken drumsticks: Glazing the chicken drumsticks with a sweet and sticky glaze will add a delicious flavor and shine. You can use a variety of glazes, such as a simple mixture of honey and brown sugar, or a more complex glaze with ingredients like pineapple juice, orange juice, and soy sauce.
  • Serve the chicken drumsticks with your favorite sides: Chicken drumsticks can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice. You can also serve them with a dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or barbecue sauce.

Conclusion:

Glazed chicken drumsticks are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make sure that your glazed chicken drumsticks turn out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give glazed chicken drumsticks a try. You won't be disappointed!

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