Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Instructions

Step 1 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with foil or lightly grease it.
/n Step 2 Pat the chicken drumsticks dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
/n Step 3 Arrange the drumsticks in the prepared baking dish.
/n Step 4 In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and thyme.
/n Step 5 Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.
/n Step 6 Bake for 35–40 minutes, basting halfway through with the pan juices.
/n Step 7 Increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and bake for an additional 10 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
/n Step 8 Spoon extra sauce over the drumsticks before serving.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, basting with sauce to keep them moist.
Microwave reheating is possible but may soften the skin.
Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.