Apricot Chicken Drumstick

Apricot Chicken Drumstick

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 8 chicken drumsticks

• 1 cup apricot jam or preserves

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard)

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional for heat)

• ½ tsp paprika (optional)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley or spring onion, for garnish

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Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

• Preheat to 200°C / 400°F.

2. Make the Apricot Glaze

In a bowl, whisk together:

• Apricot jam

• Soy sauce

• Dijon mustard

• Vinegar/lemon juice

• Garlic

• Olive oil

• Chili flakes & paprika (if using)

• Pinch of salt & pepper

It should form a glossy, sticky marinade.

3. Season the Chicken

• Pat drumsticks dry with paper towels.

• Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.

4. Marinate

• Pour half the apricot glaze over the drumsticks and toss to coat.

• Let sit for 15–30 minutes (or up to overnight).

5. Roast

• Arrange the drumsticks on a parchment-lined baking tray.

• Roast 35–45 minutes, turning once halfway, until golden and cooked through.

• During the last 10 minutes, brush with the remaining apricot glaze to make them sticky and caramelized.

6. Serve

• Garnish with chopped parsley or spring onions.

• Serve with rice, couscous, quinoa, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

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Tips

• Add fresh or dried apricots to the pan for extra fruity bursts.

• For crispy skin, broil for the last 2–3 minutes.

• Replace soy sauce with Worcestershire for a richer flavor.

OTHER RECIPES

Baked Chicken Drumstick Recipe Ingredients

• 2 pounds meaty chicken pieces
• Salt
• Pepper
• 1/3 cup plain yogurt
• 1/3 cup apricot jam, large pieces cut up
• 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

Baked Chicken Drumstick Recipe Instructions :

1. Remove skin from chicken, if desired. Arrange chicken pieces in a 13x9x2-inch baking pan, skin side up, so pieces do not touch. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Bake, uncovered, in a 375 degree F oven for 40 minutes. Drain off any fat from pan.
3. Meanwhile, stir together the yogurt, apricot jam, and cumin. Spoon yogurt mixture over chicken. Bake for 5 to 10 minutes more or until chicken is tender and no longer pink. Makes 4 servings.
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