Do you love honey soy chicken drumsticks, but hate how greasy they can be? Well, have no fear, the air fryer is here! These delicious and sticky honey soy chicken drumsticks are cooked to perfection in the air fryer. They are perfectly crispy on the outside, and tender and juicy on the inside. Plus, they are coated in a delicious honey soy sauce that will have you coming back for more. So, what are you waiting for? Try these air fryer sticky honey soy chicken drumsticks today!

Air Fryer Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks
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Easy and absolutely delicious. These make a wonderful dinner. I love the flavor that comes with air frying these, and you can get these in the dinner in no time, but still have a great tasting meal, today’s recipe for Air Fryer Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks.

Today, I used a simple marinade and got an amazing flavor for these drumsticks. If you are looking for a great mid-week or make-ahead meal, this is a great one because they reheat so well in the air fryer.

This recipe used chicken drumsticks, but this would work very well on boneless chicken breasts or chicken thighs. The flavor is simply amazing.

Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks

Who doesn’t love a good chicken drumstick? especially when they’re sticky, sweet, and soy-saucy! This recipe is so easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight meal. You can even prep the sauce ahead of time and have everything ready to go when it’s time to cook. So delicious, yet so simple! Enjoy!

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks

If you’re looking for an easy and delicious dinner idea, look no further than these Air Fryer Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks! They are seriously so good – and only require a few simple ingredients. Plus, they’re perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. So what are you waiting for? Try this recipe today!

Air Fryer Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks
  • Chicken Legs or Drumsticks: Use thawed chicken legs, for the best flavor!
  • Soy Sauce: Use either low-sodium or regular soy sauce.
  • Honey: Uses some sweetness to the sauce.
  • Rice Wine or Mirin: Mirin is found in the ethics section of your local grocery store.
  • Ginger and Garlic: Use freshly grated ginger and garlic.
  • Sesame Oil: Adds some great flavor to the drumsticks!

How To Cook Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks In The Air Fryer

How To Cook Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks In The Air Fryer

Start by adding the drumsticks to a Ziploc Bag (Large) Then, add the soy sauce, honey, rice wine (mirin), and sesame oil. Then grate some fresh ginger. Mix it all well in the bag and place it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove them from the refrigerator and place the drumsticks in the air fryer basket.

How To Cook Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks In The Air Fryer

Set the temperature to 370 degrees F, air fryer setting. Set the time for 14 minutes. After 14 minutes, flip and set the time for another 14 minutes. Note: Check your chicken before consuming the drumsticks to reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, or 75 Celsius.

When fully cooked, remove the drumsticks from the Air Fryer Basket.

How To Cook Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks In The Air Fryer

Frequently Asked Questions:

How Long To Cook Marinated Chicken Drumsticks In Air Fryer

If you’re looking for a delicious and healthy air fryer recipe, look no further than these marinated chicken drumsticks. They cook in just 25 to 30 minutes, making them the perfect quick and easy weeknight meal. Plus, the marinade is packed with flavor, so your chicken will be extra delicious. Give this recipe a try today!

What To Serve With Chicken Legs

Whether you’re cooking up a batch of chicken legs for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or you’re serving them at your next party, you’ll need some tasty side dishes to go with them. Check out these six recipes to find the perfect accompaniment for your chicken legs! From roasted carrots and potatoes to sweet and sour beans, there’s sure to be a dish here that everyone will love. So get cooking!

Air Fryer Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks

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AIR FRYER CHINESE CHICKEN FINGERS: Do you love Chinese food? I know I do. But sometimes, when I want that delicious flavor but don’t want to go out or spend a lot of time cooking, I turn to my air fryer. Today, I’m going to show you how to make Chinese chicken fingers in your air fryer. They are so easy and taste amazing! You’re going to love them.

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Air Fryer Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks
Do you love honey soy chicken drumsticks, but hate how greasy they can be? Well, have no fear, the air fryer is here! These delicious and sticky honey soy chicken drumsticks are cooked to perfection in the air fryer. They are perfectly crispy on the outside, and tender and juicy on the inside. Plus, they are coated in a delicious honey soy sauce that will have you coming back for more. So, what are you waiting for? Try these air fryer sticky honey soy chicken drumsticks today!

Air Fryer Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks

4.72 from 14 votes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

If you're looking for a healthier alternative to fried chicken, look no further than the air fryer! These sticky honey soy chicken drumsticks are not only delicious, but they're also guilt free. So put your feet up and enjoy a hearty meal that's good for you too.

Ingredients 

  • 6-8 chicken drumsticks

Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Marinade:

  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons rice wine , or mirin
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic
  • 1 taespoon sesame oil

Instructions

  • Start by adding the drumsticks to a Ziploc Bag (Large)
  • Then, add the soy sauce, honey, rice wine (mirin), and sesame oil.
  • Then grate some fresh ginger.
  • Mix it all well in the bag and place it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  • After 30 minutes, remove them from the refrigerator and place the drumsticks in the air fryer basket.
  • Set the temperature to 370 degrees F.
  • Set the time for 14 minutes.
  • After 14 minutes, flip and set the time for another 14 minutes.
  • Note: Check your chicken before consuming the drumsticks to reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, or 75 Celsius.
  • When fully cooked, remove the drumsticks from the Air Fryer Basket.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 314kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 23gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 802mgPotassium: 265mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 162IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg

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