Vegemite-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

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Juicy chicken drumsticks glazed with a savory Vegemite and honey mixture, paired with golden roasted sweet potato wedges for a classic Aussie twist. This australian-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs (about 2 lbs) chicken drumsticks, Vegemite, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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: 40 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 2 large cut sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread the wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 35-40 minutes until tender and golden, flipping halfway.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, mix 2 tbsp Vegemite, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pat dry 8 chicken drumsticks and place them on a separate lined baking tray. Brush the Vegemite glaze generously over each drumstick.
  4. Step 4: Bake the drumsticks in the oven alongside the sweet potatoes for 30-35 minutes, turning and glazing again halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken and sweet potatoes from oven. Garnish the chicken with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve together immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Vegemite-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Vegemite-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges?

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 vegemite from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Vegemite-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges?

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 Vegemite-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges 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 Vegemite-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges?

Australian 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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