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Baked Honey Glazed Chicken Recipe

Baked Honey Glazed Chicken Recipe
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This Baked Honey Glazed Chicken Recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of honey with savory soy sauce and tangy orange juice. The chicken drumsticks are marinated to perfection and then baked to juicy, tender perfection with a crispy, caramelized skin.

Ingredients

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Marinade:

  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced or finely grated
  • 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated

Chicken:

  • 5 lbs chicken drumsticks

Garnish:

  • Sesame seeds and chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, orange juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Reserve 2/3 cup of the marinade for later use, then refrigerate it.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken drumsticks in a large Ziploc or food saver bag. Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag, pressing out as much air as possible, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. Turn the bag occasionally for best flavor.
  3. Bake the Chicken: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the marinated chicken drumsticks skin-side up on the baking sheet, adding some marinade to coat the bottom of the pan. Bake at 400°F for 25 minutes, then flip the chicken and bake for another 20 minutes.
  4. Make the Glaze: While the chicken is baking, simmer the reserved marinade in a saucepan until thickened. Brush the glaze over the cooked chicken.
  5. Finish and Garnish: For a crispy skin, broil the chicken briefly. Garnish with sesame seeds and chives before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add a dash of sesame oil to the marinade.
  • Make sure to pat the chicken dry before marinating to help the flavors penetrate better.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the glaze by adding more or less honey to suit your taste.

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Keywords: Baked Honey Glazed Chicken, Chicken Drumsticks, Honey Soy Glaze, Asian Inspired Recipe

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