Ultimate Sticky Chicken Drumsticks with Crispy Potatoes
Ultimate Sticky Chicken Drumsticks with Crispy Potatoes is a delightful dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table. The juicy chicken drumsticks, marinated in a mouthwatering blend of sweet chili sauce and garlic, roast to golden perfection alongside crispy baby potatoes. The contrast between the tender meat and crunchy potatoes creates an unforgettable eating experience. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this simple yet flavorful recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it with a refreshing salad to balance the rich flavors, and prepare for everyone to come back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for potatoes)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced (plus 2 more for potatoes)
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 3 tbsp barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 700 g baby potatoes, halved
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil (2 tbsp), minced garlic (4 cloves), sweet chili sauce, barbecue sauce, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken drumstick in the marinade and place them on one side of the baking tray.
- In the same bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil (2 tbsp), minced garlic (2 cloves), dried parsley, salt, and pepper until well-coated. Arrange them on the other side of the tray.
- Roast chicken and potatoes for about 35–40 minutes, flipping the drumsticks halfway through until golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken drumstick (50g) with 100g roasted potatoes
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg