Description

A comforting and flavorful dinner featuring honey-glazed chicken drumsticks, garlicky buttered vegetables, and soft rolls — perfect for a hearty weeknight meal or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

8 chicken drumsticks

Salt and pepper, to taste

1/2 teaspoon paprika

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/4 cup honey

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

2 cloves garlic, minced (for glaze)

1 cup baby carrots

1 cup green beans

1 zucchini, sliced

2 tablespoons butter

2 cloves garlic, minced (for veggies)

Salt and pepper, to taste

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1 package of store-bought soft dinner rolls (or homemade, optional)

1 tablespoon butter, melted

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat drumsticks dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear drumsticks for 3–4 minutes on each side until browned.
In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. Transfer drumsticks to a baking dish and pour glaze over them.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, basting halfway through with the glaze.
Meanwhile, steam or boil carrots, green beans, and zucchini until tender, about 5–7 minutes.
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Toss in veggies, season with salt, pepper, and thyme, and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
Place rolls on a baking tray, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with garlic powder if using. Warm in the oven for about 5 minutes.
Plate drumsticks with garlic butter veggies and rolls. Drizzle any extra glaze over the chicken before serving.

Notes

Substitute drumsticks with bone-in chicken thighs if desired.

For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the glaze.

Switch up veggies seasonally—try broccoli, bell peppers, or sweet potatoes.

Homemade biscuits or cornbread are great alternatives to rolls.

Maple syrup can be used instead of honey for a richer sweetness.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven for best texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking, Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 430
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 120mg