Sriracha-Hoisin Glazed Chicken Drumsticks are marinaded in a sweet, spicy Sriracha and hoisin glaze. They’re easy to make for an amazing weeknight meal!
It’s been a while since I last posted a recipe here. The Valentine’s Day printables are cool and all to have for a memorable VDay celebration but it’s time for something delicious. Something fabulous as sweet and spicy Sriracha-hoisin glazed chicken drumsticks.
These Sriracha-hoisin glazed chicken drumsticks are my go-to meal when I want amazing flavors but without the fuss. The chicken taste like you sweated for hours in the kitchen and yet hands-on time is 10 minutes tops! It starts with a thick concoction of Hoisin sauce, Sriracha, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic, and ends with finger-licking, lip-smacking chicken drumsticks everyone would be fighting over!
I debated for a good few seconds whether to transfer the drums on a serving platter or leave them on the foil-lined baking sheet for the quick photo-taking. Eventually, I chose to shoot them straight from the oven as I wanted to show you the sticky pan juices the chicken pieces are swimming in. Please, please, please, do NOT discard that glorious sauce. Spoon it over white steamed rice (or on mashed potatoes as G does) for an extra dose of yum. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce (I used Kikkoman)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 thumb size ginger, peeled and grated
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Rinse chicken under cold running water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, Sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Stir until well blended.
- Add chicken and turn to fully coat. Cover and marinade in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. Drain chicken from marinade, reserving liquid.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer on prepared baking sheet and bake in a 375 F oven for about 15 to 20 minutes.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring reserved marinade to a boil for about 7 to 10 minutes or until reduced.
- Remove chicken from oven and liberally brush with marinade on all sides. Return to oven and continue to cook for about 15 to 20 minutes or until internal temperature reads 165 F.
- Increase oven temperature to a broil and move oven rack to upper third of oven. Liberally brush chicken pieces with marinade and broil for about 1 to 2 minutes or until nicely charred. Remove from oven and allow to rest for about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Elly says
Can you use thighs instead of drumsticks?
Lalaine says
Yes, you can 🙂
Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen says
This looks like pure comfort food!
Lalaine says
Comfort food, indeed 🙂
Lynn | The Road to Honey says
Good call on shooting these beauties from the pan as these juices look outstanding.
Lalaine says
Thanks, Lynn 🙂
Camesha | Mama Motivator says
These look really good. My husband would love the kick of the sriracha!
Lalaine says
I am sure he’d love the bold flavors 🙂
Lisa Rios says
I love anything that involves chicken and this looks absolutely delicious & mouth watering. The sweet & spicy version is always a hit with my kids as well and I am going to try this one sometime during a weekend!
Lalaine says
My daughter loved this when she was little and still one of her favorite flavors. I am sure your kiddos will love it 🙂
Tami Qualls says
My hubby enjoys sriracha sauce. He’ll enjoy this for dinner when I surprise him with it.
Lalaine says
I am sure he’ll love it! Thanks, Tami
Cindy Ingalls says
I like a little spice with my sweet dishes. Can’t wait to try this recipe next time I make chicken. It sounds like it packs a lot of flavor.
Lalaine says
You are absolutely right, Cindy! This is so tasty!
Kelly Reci says
wow! the name is too long but sounds very tasty! i should try the recipe!
Lalaine says
Haha, yes, the name is a mouthful and yes, it’s very tasty 🙂