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Honey Chipotle Glazed Chicken Drumsticks

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Sticky, smoky, and sweet honey chipotle glazed chicken drumsticks grilled to perfection with a crispy caramelized crust and juicy tender meat inside. A quick and easy recipe perfect for outdoor gatherings and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 chicken drumsticks, skin-on
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey (raw wildflower preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of cumin
  • Optional: dash of cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the glaze: In a medium mixing bowl, combine honey, chipotle peppers, minced garlic, smoked paprika, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and glossy (about 5 minutes).
  2. Season the drumsticks: Pat dry the chicken drumsticks with paper towels. Lightly season with salt and pepper to help the glaze stick and promote crisp skin (about 5 minutes).
  3. Preheat the grill: Heat grill to medium-high, about 375°F to 400°F. If using charcoal, let coals burn down to even heat. Clean and oil grill grates (about 10 minutes).
  4. Start grilling: Place drumsticks skin side down on the grill. Grill uncovered for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally to avoid burning and watching for flare-ups.
  5. Glaze and finish cooking: Brush glaze generously over drumsticks, flip and glaze the other side. Continue grilling, turning and glazing every 3-4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is caramelized and slightly charred (about 12 minutes).

Notes

Keep a spray bottle of water handy to control flare-ups from the glaze sugars. Apply glaze in layers to prevent burning and build a sticky crust. Move drumsticks to indirect heat if skin browns too fast. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety. Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently to maintain glaze stickiness.

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