How To Make Sticky Lime & Coconut Chicken Drumsticks
Nothing compares to the juicy and flavorful meat of chicken. What more if they’re served together in a generous cut of chicken leg? Even the mere thought of it can rouse anyone’s appetite! In addition to that, there are even more ways to take this hefty chunk of meat to the next level. With the right dish in mind, you’ll be serving up a gastronomic meal in no time. So, choose the best one to try from these chicken leg recipes.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
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In a small saucepan, combine the lime juice, soy sauce, honey, coconut oil, garlic, and lime zest. Heat over medium heat until the mixture starts to simmer. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Season the chicken drumsticks with salt and pepper and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Brush the drumsticks generously with the lime and coconut glaze, reserving some for later.
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Bake the drumsticks for 20 minutes, then remove from the oven and brush with more glaze. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze is sticky and caramelized.
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Serve the Sticky Lime & Coconut Chicken Drumsticks hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 381kcal
- Total Fat : 16g
- Saturated Fat : 8g
- Cholesterol : 159mg
- Sodium : 748mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 16g
- Dietary Fiber : 0g
- Sugar : 14g
- Protein : 39g
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