Sesame-Crusted Chicken Drumsticks with Spicy Lemon Sauce

Name: Sesame-Crusted Chicken Drumsticks with Spicy Lemon Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (70 g) sesame seeds; 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 12 chicken drumsticks, skin on; 1/2 cup (125 ml) lemon juice; 1/2 cup (105 g) brown sugar; 2 tbsp paprika; 1 tbsp (15 ml) Tabasco sauce (optional)

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Preparation 20 min
Cooking 50 min
Servings 4

This budget-friendly recipe for sesame-crusted chicken drumsticks is absolutely easy to make!

Featured in RICARDO Magazine SPRING 2019 (p. 30)

Nut-free
Lactose-free
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Egg-free

Ingredients

Chicken
- 1/2 cup (70 g) sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 12 chicken drumsticks, skin on
Sauce
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (105 g) brown sugar
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Tabasco sauce (optional)

Preparation

Chicken
- With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the sesame seeds, oil and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Place on a non-stick or parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden, turning halfway through.
Sauce
- Meanwhile, in a small pot, combine all of the ingredients. Bring to a boil while stirring. Simmer for 1 minute. Set aside at room temperature until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir before serving.
- Serve the drumsticks with the sauce and a side of mashed potatoes or rice, if desired.

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Sesame-Crusted Chicken Drumsticks with Spicy Lemon Sauce

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