Mouthwatering Chinese Chicken Drumsticks

Take your taste buds on an irresistible journey with these Mouthwatering Chinese Chicken Drumsticks, a perfect fusion of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors. Marinated in a stunning combination of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and a hint of five-spice powder, these drumsticks are baked to perfection with a caramelized glaze and a crispy finish. Easy to prepare yet packed with authentic Chinese-inspired flavors, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds for an added crunch and visual appeal, these flavorful drumsticks pair beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables. Ready in just under an hour (with minimal prep work), these Chinese chicken drumsticks are sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks
• 5 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Five-spice powder
• 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Clean and pat dry the chicken drumsticks with paper towels. Set them aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, five-spice powder, and white pepper to create the marinade.

Step 3

Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for best flavor.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the wire rack with oil to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Remove the chicken drumsticks from the marinade and arrange them on the prepared rack. Reserve the leftover marinade.

Step 6

Bake the drumsticks in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the baking sheet and baste the drumsticks with the reserved marinade.

Step 7

Return the drumsticks to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the drumsticks reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is caramelized and slightly crispy.

Step 8

Remove the drumsticks from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy your mouthwatering Chinese chicken drumsticks!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1069.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1869.3

Total Fat 94.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 745.4mg	0%
Sodium 4229.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 48.9g
Protein 190.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 280.1mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 2347.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 40.1%

Carbs: 15.0%