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Crispy Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

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This recipe delivers perfectly crispy chicken drumsticks with a sticky, spicy-sweet honey sriracha glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or backyard cookouts, it balances heat and sweetness effortlessly.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (8-10 pieces) chicken drumsticks, skin-on and bone-in
  • ⅓ cup (113g) honey
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (regular or low sodium; tamari for gluten-free)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt (kosher or sea salt preferred)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Optional: chopped green onions or sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Drumsticks: In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Toss the chicken drumsticks until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  2. Prepare the Honey Sriracha Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey and sriracha sauce until smooth. Adjust sriracha to taste. Set aside.
  3. Preheat the Grill: Heat grill to medium-high (about 375°F / 190°C). Oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Grill the Drumsticks: Place drumsticks skin side down on the grill. Cook for about 10 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until skin is browned and crispy.
  5. Apply the Glaze: Brush the honey sriracha glaze on the drumsticks every 3-4 minutes while turning. Continue grilling for another 10-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Move drumsticks to cooler part of grill if flare-ups occur.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with optional green onions or sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating for crispier skin. Oil grill grates to prevent sticking. Use indirect heat if grill runs hot to avoid burning glaze. Apply glaze in layers during grilling to build sticky caramelization. Rest chicken after grilling to keep juicy. Oven baking option: bake at 425°F (220°C) on wire rack, brushing glaze last 10 minutes. Reheat leftovers in oven to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: grilled chicken drumsticks, honey sriracha chicken, spicy chicken, crispy chicken, barbecue chicken, easy chicken recipe, summer grilling

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