What’s In A Name?
The chicken drumstick is actually the lower part of the chicken’s leg, and it got its name because it looks just like a tiny drumstick used to play drums!
Chef Shiri Says…
Make sure all drumsticks are roughly the same size so they cook evenly. If some are very small, remove them a few minutes earlier to prevent drying.
Creative Cooking with
Chef Shiri
Kids – See if you have what it takes to become a Junior Chef
Adult Supervision Required
Utensils Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Spoon or spatula
- 9×13 baking dish or rimmed sheet pan
- Parchment paper or foil
- Tongs
- Basting brush (optional)
- Meat thermometer (optional but recommended)
- Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs. chicken drumsticks (about 12–16 pieces)
- 1½ cups BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Let’s Get Started!
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line baking dish or sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine BBQ sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add drumsticks to the bowl and toss until fully coated.
- Arrange drumsticks in a single layer on the pan. Pour extra sauce over the top.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, turning once halfway through. Drumsticks are done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to settle.