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sticky chicken

Dress up your drumsticks with this sticky chicken recipe! A one-pan main dish featuring tender chicken in a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for a family meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 5
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 10 pieces chicken drumsticks
  • 4 tbsp soy sauce
  • 4 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp dry mustard powder
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 0.1 tsp paprika pinch
  • 2.5 cups water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • none sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Add soy sauce, white vinegar, paprika, dry mustard powder, sugar, and vegetable oil to a large pan and stir to combine. Place chicken drumsticks in the pan and pour water on top. Bring to a boil.
  • Boil until the water has reduced by half. Reduce heat to medium and continue turning the chicken frequently until cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve hot.

Notes

This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner and pairs well with steamed rice or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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