Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl or container, combine the sweet chili sauce, hoisin sauce, dark soy sauce, and crushed garlic.
- Stir until the marinade is smooth, glossy, and well combined.
- Add the chicken drumsticks and turn them several times until each piece is thoroughly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange the marinated drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Brush some of the marinade over the chicken before baking.
- Bake for about 60 minutes, turning the drumsticks once halfway through for more even browning.
- Continue baking until the chicken is dark, glossy, caramelized around the edges, and reaches at least 165°F (74°C) internally at the thickest part without touching the bone.
- Let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Spoon some of the fully cooked pan juices over the chicken if desired and serve warm.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. If using leftover raw-chicken marinade as a sauce, boil it thoroughly before serving.
