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Hot Honey Chicken Drumsticks: Sweet & Spicy Delight


  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Crispy, juicy chicken drumsticks tossed in a fiery-sweet hot honey glaze—this easy dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or party platters!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 chicken drumsticks

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

For Hot Honey Glaze:

  • ⅓ cup honey

  • 12 tbsp hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.

  2. Season drumsticks with oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

  3. Bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until skin is crispy and chicken is cooked through.

  4. Simmer glaze ingredients in a saucepan over low heat until smooth and slightly thickened.

  5. Brush or toss cooked drumsticks in hot honey glaze. Serve hot!

Notes

  • Adjust hot sauce to control the spice level.

  • For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2–3 minutes at the end.

  • Can also be air-fried at 400°F for 20–25 minutes.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Protein: 26 g