Sweet and Spicy Chicken Drumsticks

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Sweet and Spicy Chicken Drumsticks
45 min.
6
402kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with our Sweet and Spicy Chicken Drumsticks, a delightful fusion of flavors that are sure to steal the spotlight at any meal. Whether you’re preparing an intimate dinner or a bustling lunch for six, these drumsticks promise not only satisfaction but also a gluten-free and dairy-free experience that everyone can enjoy.

This recipe showcases the perfect balance of sweet and heat, thanks to a delectable sauce made from Sriracha, mirin, and jelly, creating a sticky glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. The unique combination of rice flour and cornstarch gives the drumsticks an irresistibly crispy exterior, while the juicy chicken inside remains tender and flavorful. It’s the ideal main dish for those craving something savory yet subtly spicy.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this dish is not only quick to whip up but also makes excellent leftovers, tasting even better the next day! Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and watch as family and friends gather around the table, drawn in by the tantalizing aroma and vibrant colors. Elevate your culinary repertoire and impress your guests with this crowd-pleasing recipe that’s bound to become a pantry staple!

Ingredients

  • 12 large skin-on chicken drumsticks 
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup mirin sweet ( Japanese rice wine)
  • cup rice flour 
  • 0.5 cup sriracha 
  • 0.3 cup strawberry jelly red
  • 0.5 cup unseasoned rice vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Bring Sriracha, rice vinegar, mirin, and jellyto a boil in a small heavy saucepan overhigh heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer,adjusting heat if necessary, until mixtureis thick and reduced to 3/4 cup, about 10minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 weekahead. Cover; chill. Rewarm before using.
  2. Place drumsticks in a large bowl andseason generously with salt. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.Preheat oven to 450°F.
  3. Whisk rice flourand cornstarch in a medium bowl.
  4. Place awire rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Usinga paper towel, pat drumsticks dry. Dredgein rice flour mixture, shaking off excess.Arrange on prepared rack.
  5. Roast drumsticks, turning frequently,until skin is browned and crisp, 50-60minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 dayahead.
  6. Let cool, cover, and chill. Rewarmin a 450°F oven for 10-15 minutes beforecontinuing.
  7. Combine hot drumsticks and 1/4 cupsauce in a large bowl; toss to coat. Returndrumsticks to rack and roast, turning once,until skin is crisp and sauce is beginning tobrown, 8-9 minutes.
  8. Brush with additionalsauce and serve remaining sauce alongside.

Nutrition Facts

Calories402kcal
Protein30.09%
Fat34.6%
Carbs35.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.83
Glycemic Load
19.38
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
14.050434589386%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:402.25kcal
20.11%
Fat:14.53g
22.35%
Saturated Fat:3.82g
23.9%
Carbohydrates:33.37g
11.12%
Net Carbohydrates:32.5g
11.82%
Sugar:7.16g
7.96%
Cholesterol:139.31mg
46.44%
Sodium:885.15mg
38.48%
Alcohol:1.61g
100%
Alcohol %:0.83%
100%
Protein:28.43g
56.86%
Selenium:33.97µg
48.53%
Vitamin B3:8.07mg
40.35%
Vitamin B6:0.65mg
32.66%
Phosphorus:284.01mg
28.4%
Zinc:3.16mg
21.04%
Vitamin C:16.21mg
19.64%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.71%
Vitamin B5:1.81mg
18.09%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.8%
Vitamin B12:0.83µg
13.88%
Potassium:400.65mg
11.45%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.26%
Magnesium:42.04mg
10.51%
Copper:0.15mg
7.49%
Iron:1.24mg
6.87%
Vitamin K:4.27µg
4.06%
Fiber:0.87g
3.47%
Calcium:24.16mg
2.42%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.39%
Folate:8.37µg
2.09%
Vitamin A:102.05IU
2.04%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious