Teriyaki Chicken Drumsticks
These teriyaki chicken drumsticks are sticky, saucy, and delicious! Simply bake the drumsticks, then coat them with the low-sugar sauce.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 208kcal
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 8 chicken drumsticks 4 ounces each
- Avocado oil spray
Teriyaki Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce or a gluten-free alternative
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger root minced
Garnish:
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
- Spray the drumsticks all over with oil. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and bake them until cooked through, for 30-45 minutes, depending on their size and how hot your oven runs. Aim for an internal temperature of 165°F when not touching the bone.
- 10 minutes before the drumsticks should be done, prepare the teriyaki sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the white wine, honey, minced garlic, and minced ginger, whisking to combine. Heat the sauce over medium-low heat (not higher), whisking often, until it thickens into a syrup. This should take 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Remove the baked chicken pieces onto a serving platter. Brush them with the teriyaki sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve.
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Notes
- You can replace the drumsticks with chicken thighs. If you use boneless chicken thighs, you'll need to bake them for about 30 minutes. Bone-in thighs will need around 45 minutes. The internal temperature of fully cooked chicken should be 165°F.
- I keep the skin on, but you can remove it if you wish. Both versions are very good. If you remove the skin, be generous when coating the chicken pieces with oil to help prevent them from drying out.
- You can sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper before baking, but it's not mandatory.
- The time it takes to bake the chicken depends on the size of the drumsticks and how hot your oven runs. Use an instant-read thermometer, and aim for an internal temperature of 165ºF when not touching the bone.
- You can keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. They are delicious when served cold. Alternatively, reheat them uncovered in a 350°F oven until heated through.
Nutrition
Serving: 2drumsticks | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 655mg | Sugar: 4g
