Honey-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Carrot Sticks

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Juicy chicken drumsticks baked with a sweet honey glaze paired with crisp carrot sticks for a balanced kid-friendly dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs chicken drumsticks, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the honey glaze. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the drumsticks on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is sticky and caramelized.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, toss 2 cups carrot sticks with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread on a separate baking sheet and roast in the oven alongside the chicken for 15-20 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
  5. Step 5: Serve the honey-glazed chicken drumsticks hot with the roasted carrot sticks on the side.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Carrot Sticks take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Carrot Sticks?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken drumsticks from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Carrot Sticks?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Carrot Sticks for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Carrot Sticks?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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