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Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks with Fragrant Coconut Rice Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Dairy-Free

Description

Sticky, savory-sweet honey soy chicken drumsticks paired with fragrant coconut rice create an easy, satisfying dinner perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Coconut Rice

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare sauce: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and vegetable oil until well combined.
  2. Coat chicken and bake: Coat each chicken drumstick thoroughly with the honey soy sauce mixture. Place the coated drumsticks on a lined baking tray, ensuring they are spaced out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, turning the drumsticks halfway through the cooking time to ensure even caramelization and cooking. The chicken should be sticky, glazed, and fully cooked through.
  3. Prepare coconut rice: While the chicken bakes, rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Simmer rice: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
  5. Rest and fluff rice: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.
  6. Serve: Plate the sticky honey soy chicken drumsticks alongside the fragrant coconut rice. Optionally, add steamed greens or vegetables as a side to complete the meal.

Notes

  • For extra caramelization on the chicken skin, broil the drumsticks for 2–3 minutes after baking.
  • Serving the dish with steamed greens like bok choy or broccoli adds color and nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Find it online: https://justsosweet.com/honey-soy-chicken-drumsticks-with-fragrant-coconut-rice-recipe/