Sweet Tangy Garlic Drumettes

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with Sweet Tangy Garlic Drumettes, a crowd-pleasing recipe that combines juicy chicken with a flavor-packed glaze. These perfectly baked drumettes are seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, then coated in a sticky, irresistible sauce made from honey, soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, and fresh garlic. A quick cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce thickens to perfection, clinging to every bite. Garnished with optional sesame seeds and green onions for a touch of texture and freshness, these drumettes are the ultimate appetizer or party snack. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious—ideal for game days, gatherings, or weeknight indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken drumettes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons Water
• 2 teaspoons Sesame seeds (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.

Step 2

Pat the chicken drumettes dry using paper towels, and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Season the drumettes with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Arrange the drumettes in a single layer on the prepared wire rack. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 5

While the drumettes bake, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.

Step 7

After 25 minutes of baking, remove the drumettes from the oven and brush them generously with the prepared sauce.

Step 8

Return the drumettes to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is golden, sticky, and cooked through. An internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is recommended.

Step 9

Remove the drumettes from the oven and brush them with any remaining sauce.

Step 10

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired, before serving. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1156.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2535.8

Total Fat 171.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 807.4mg	0%
Sodium 5433.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g	0%
Total Sugars 54.8g
Protein 172.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 220.0mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2256.8mg	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: 61.4%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 11.3%