Our Crispy Glaze-Infused Baked Chicken Legs are marinated with a homemade sweet and spicy glaze, then baked to perfection. Tender, juicy, and deliciously crispy, these drumsticks are the ultimate comfort food.
Preheat your oven to 420 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper which is easier to manage and more eco-friendly.
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Pat the chicken drumsticks dry. This will help the spices and glaze adhere better and result in crispier skin.
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Place the chicken drumsticks in a large mixing bowl and drizzle them with olive oil. Toss to ensure all drumsticks are evenly coated.
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In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. This will be our dry spice rub.
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Sprinkle the spice rub over the chicken drumsticks. Toss the drumsticks until evenly coated.
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In the same small bowl you used for the spice rub, combine brown sugar and soy sauce. Stir well to form a sticky glaze.
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Apply the glaze to each drumstick using a brush.
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Arrange the chicken legs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there's enough space around each drumstick to allow for even baking.
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Bake the chicken for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Rotate the chicken halfway through baking for even crispiness.
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Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute. This makes for a juicer bite.