Apple-Honey Drumsticks (Food Network Kitchens) |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
12 skin-on chicken drumsticks |
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper |
2 cups apple juice |
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar |
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce |
2 teaspoons honey |
grated zest of 1 lemon |
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes |
2 teaspoons sesame seeds (optional) |
1 tablespoon unsalted butter |
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Set a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Put the drumsticks on the rack and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Bake 30 minutes; flip the drumsticks and continue baking until golden and crisp, about 30 more minutes.
2. Meanwhile, make the sauce: Bring the apple juice, vinegar, soy sauce, honey, lemon zest, red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt to a high simmer in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until the sauce is syrupy and coats the back of a spoon, 20 to 25 minutes. Set aside until the chicken is done.
3. Stir the sesame seeds into the sauce, if using, and warm over medium heat, if necessary. Transfer the chicken to a large bowl. Add the sauce and butter and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the chicken to a platter and drizzle with any remaining sauce from the bowl.
4. Photograph by Kang Kim
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