Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks (Print View)

Tender honey garlic chicken drumsticks roasted with caramelized carrots on one sheet pan for an easy, flavorful meal.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 8 chicken drumsticks (approximately 2.5 lbs)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Honey Garlic Glaze

05 - 1/4 cup honey
06 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
07 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

→ Vegetables

11 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
15 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for convenient cleanup.
02 - In a bowl, coat chicken drumsticks with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Arrange on one side of the prepared sheet pan.
03 - In another bowl, combine carrots with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and thyme. Spread on the other side of the sheet pan.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
05 - Brush half of the honey garlic glaze over the chicken drumsticks.
06 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
07 - Remove the pan from the oven. Brush remaining glaze over the chicken. Toss the carrots for even roasting.
08 - Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the carrots are golden and tender.
09 - For enhanced caramelization, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end if desired.
10 - Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh thyme if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-Pan Simplicity: Minimal cleanup with everything cooked on a single sheet pan.
  • Perfect Flavor Balance: The honey garlic glaze provides a delicious sweet and savory profile.
  • Nutritious and Easy: A complete, dairy-free meal with protein and fiber-rich carrots.
02 -
  • Uniform Slicing: Cut the carrots into even sticks so they roast at the same rate as the chicken.
  • High Heat: Roasting at 425°F is key to achieving that beautiful golden-brown color on both the chicken and the vegetables.
  • Extra Glaze: If you love a very saucy dish, double the glaze ingredients and simmer half in a small saucepan until thickened to serve as a dipping sauce.
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