Sticky Honey BBQ Drumsticks with Quick Pickles
Chicken drumsticks glazed in a sweet-savory honey BBQ sauce, roasted until sticky and caramelized. Served with cool, crispy cucumber and red onion pickles for the perfect contrast.
- Total time
- 28 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat drumsticks dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
Step 2
Arrange drumsticks on a sheet pan in a single layer. Roast at 425°F for 12 minutes until edges begin to brown.
Step 3
Stir honey and BBQ sauce together, then brush generously over drumsticks. Return to oven for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Toss cucumbers and red onion with vinegar and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Set aside until ready to serve.
Step 5
Brush drumsticks a second time with remaining glaze. Roast 4–6 minutes more until sticky and caramelized.
Step 6
Serve hot drumsticks alongside the cool pickled cucumbers and red onions.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan
- paper towels
- small bowl
- spoon for mixing
- pastry brush or spoon for glazing
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