Asian Baked Chicken Legs Recipe

Name: Asian Baked Chicken Legs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup tamari or soy sauce; 6 tablespoons light brown sugar packed; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 cloves garlic smashed; 1 inch fresh ginger knob, roughly chopped; 2 1/2 pounds chicken drumsticks patted dry; sesame seeds for garnish; scallions Chopped, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Place tamari, brown sugar, honey, rice wine vinegar, and sesame oil in a zip-top bag. Seal bag and shake vigorously to combine.
2
Add smashed garlic, chopped ginger, and chicken legs to bag. Seal top of bag and gently shake to thoroughly coat chicken in marinade.
3
Transfer chicken legs to refrigerator to marinate for at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours.
4
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
5
Line baking sheet with foil. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
6
Arrange chicken legs on the baking sheet, allowing excess marinade to drip off into bag.
7
Roast chicken on middle rack of oven until slightly brown, 20-30 minutes.
8
Turn oven to broil. Broil chicken until skin is caramelized and chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165u00b0F, 3-5 minutes. Keep a close eye on chicken to ensure it does not burn.
9
Check to see that chicken is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
10
Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped scallions, if desired. Serve immediately.

654

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup tamari or soy sauce, 6 tablespoons light brown sugar packed, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Asian Baked Chicken Legs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Asian Baked Chicken Legs

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