Tuesday, September 27, 2011

sweet n' sticky chicken drumsticks

Happy Tuesday Everyone.

There is something special about this recipe that brings you right back to childhood.  If you are a parent, your kids will love this one - and even if you are not - this is a delicious chicken recipe suitable for all ages.  They are sweet n' sticky n' tasty and an instant favorite guaranteed.

Ingredients:
10-12 chicken drumsticks (skinless)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
6 sprigs fresh rosemary
7 garlic cloves (crushed)
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley

In a medium bowl, mix together the marinade (all elements except the chicken, parsley and sesame seeds).  In a large resealable bag, put your chicken in and then pour the marinade in.  Seal up the bag with as little air as possible and then massage the marinade into the chicken - covering as much as you can.  Place in the fridge and let marinade for 3 hours (note - if you can allow to marinade overnight - do it).

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees.  On a baking sheet lined with foil, lay your chicken drumsticks out (reserving the marinade) and then bake for 35 minutes (the outside should have some very dark spots when they are done).



While the chicken is baking, pour your marinade in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to a simmer and reduce for another 15 - 20 minutes.  Reserve.

When the chicken is done, brush some of the reduced marinade on each one and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped parsley.

Serve & Enjoy!

xo Chef Natty

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