Maple glazed chicken drumsticks
Sticky, sweet and smoky drumsticks that are cheap to make and ideal for a crowd.
- Time55 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.59 a head
- Oven200°C (180°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Slash each drumstick twice with a knife. Rub with the oil, paprika, salt and pepper.
- 2
Cook on a medium barbecue, or in a 200°C (180°C fan) oven, for 30 minutes, turning now and then.
30 min - 3
Mix the maple syrup, ketchup, vinegar, tamari and garlic in a small pan. Simmer for 4 minutes until syrupy.
4 min - 4
Brush the glaze over the drumsticks and cook for 10 minutes more, turning and glazing twice, until dark and sticky. Check the thickest part has no pink and juices run clear.
10 min - 5
Scatter with spring onion and serve with napkins.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.