Sticky Oven Baked Honey BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients

2–3 lbs of chicken drumsticks (about 12–16 pieces)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Honey BBQ Glaze:
1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
½ cup honey
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, for a little kick)

Directions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking tray with foil and lightly grease it or use a nonstick baking pan.

In a large bowl, toss the drumsticks with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

Arrange the drumsticks on the tray in a single layer. Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.

While the chicken bakes, stir together the barbecue sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Let it simmer gently for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.

Brush a generous layer of the sauce over the chicken. Return to the oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the sauce begins to caramelize and stick.

For extra stickiness and color, broil the drumsticks for the last 2–3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.