Description

How to make incredibly delicious caramelized baked chicken legs or wings with a sticky sweet glaze and tender meat that your family will absolutely adore.

Ingredients

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Chicken & Main Glaze Base:
2.5–3 lbs chicken legs and/or wings, skin-on, bone-in
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Flavor Builders:
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Seasonings:
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Finishing Touches:
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Prep Chicken: Pat your chicken legs and/or wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil. This forms the delicious base for your Irresistible Caramelized Baked Chicken.
Build Flavor: Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, packed light brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Whisk until well combined, creating that incredible sticky-sweet glaze for your chicken.
Marinate Chicken: Add your chicken legs and/or wings to the prepared marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or ideally overnight for the deepest flavor infusion into the meat.
Bake Chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the marinated chicken in a single layer, skin-side up, on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway, until fully cooked to 165°F (74°C) and beautifully caramelized.
Caramelize Glaze: For an even deeper, more irresistible caramelization, brush any remaining glaze over the chicken pieces. Broil for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. This step creates that perfect sticky finish on your Caramelized Baked Chicken Legs or Wings.
Garnish & Serve: Garnish your finished Caramelized Baked Chicken Legs or Wings with toasted sesame seeds and fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately with your favorite sides like rice or a fresh salad for a truly comforting family meal.

Notes

Always watch chicken *constantly* under the broiler for final caramelization; even a moment away can quickly result in charcoal.

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days; reheat gently in the oven or microwave.

For a gluten-free option, substitute low-sodium soy sauce with tamari and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.

Serve hot with jasmine rice or a crisp green salad to complement the sticky, sweet chicken glaze.

Marinate the chicken overnight for the deepest flavor infusion, making weeknight cooking quick and easy.

**Allergy Information:** Soy, Gluten, Fish, Sesame