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Sticky Chinese Plum Chicken Drumsticks: Irresistibly Easy Recipe!

A delicious and easy recipe for Sticky Chinese Plum Chicken Drumsticks that are perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken drumsticks
  • 1 cup plum sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the plum sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic powder, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to create the marinade.
  3. Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss them in the marinade until they are fully coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  4. Arrange the marinated drumsticks on the wire rack, ensuring they are spaced apart for even cooking.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice glaze. Baste with extra marinade halfway through for added flavor.
  6. Once done, remove from the oven and let the drumsticks rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drumstickCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the marinade.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for drumsticks if you prefer dark meat; adjust cooking time as needed for larger pieces.

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