INSTANT POT CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS

glazed chicken drumsticks on a plate with sesame seeds and green onions

INSTANT POT CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS

These Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks are fall-off-the-bone tender with a sweet and savory honey ginger glaze. A quick, healthy, and delicious dinner idea the whole family will love!

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings Servings

Ingredients

10 Chicken Drumsticks
¾ cup Honey (or Maple Syrup)
⅓ cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (or Coconut Aminos)
3 tbsp Rice Vinegar
1 tsp Ground Ginger (or 1 tbsp Fresh)
4 Cloves Garlic minced
¾ tsp Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
¾ tsp Smoked Paprika
1.5 tbsp Sesame Oil (or Avocado Oil)
¾ cup Chicken Broth
1.5 tbsp Cornstarch
3 tbsp Water
3 Green Onions chopped, for garnish
Sesame Seeds optional, for garnish

Instructions

Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add the oil and brown the chicken drumsticks for about 2-3 minutes per side to get a nice sear. Remove and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika.
Pour the chicken broth into the Instant Pot, scraping up any browned bits.
Place the chicken drumsticks back in and pour the sauce over them. Seal the lid, set to high pressure for 10 minutes, then do a 5-minute natural release before venting.
Remove the chicken and set the Instant Pot to sauté again.
Mix the cornstarch with water and stir it into the sauce. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
Lay the drumsticks on a parchment lined baking sheet. Brush with the glaze.
Broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes to caramelize that honey glaze! Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving with any leftover glaze for dipping.

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