This Combo Baked Chicken is a family favorite! The soy sauce, honey and garlic come together in a deep, sticky glaze that thoroughly coats the chicken legs or wings. It’s simple to make and foolproof for weeknight dinners or easy get-togethers. Serve with rice or roasted veggies to soak up the delicious caramelised sauce!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy Prep: This recipe takes just a few shelf-stable essentials and no time at all, making it an easy weeknight option.
Versatile: Perfect for chicken wings, pork ribs, or even drumsticks, making it a universal accompaniment to your favorite protein.
Big Flavor: Such a big punch comes courtesy of a rich, sticky glaze of soy sauce, honey and garlic. And as it cooks, the sauce reduces and caramelizes — enveloping every bite in sweet, savory deliciousness.
Kid-Approved: The sweet-and-salty combo is impossible to resist — it’s one of those rare things that even the fussiest eater pokes at before asking for another serving. It’s one of those dishes that makes everyone at the table happy.
Pro Tip: For the most flavor, you can marinate the chicken ahead of time — at least overnight, if you’re able. This allows time for the marinade to penetrate and makes each bite even tastier.
Key Ingredients
Chicken Legs or Wings: Chicken legs are juicy and flavorful, which is why they’re great for soaking up the sticky glaze. Those who are more fond of crispy, bite-size pieces wings(They are an excellent substitute).
Soy Sauce: Provides a savory, umami counterpoint to the sweetness of the honey. For a less salty dish, replace with low-sodium soy sauce.
Honey: The showstopper of the sauce, honey lends natural sweetness and a sticky glossy sheen when the sauce caramelizes.
Ketchup: Contributes tang and deep flavor to the glaze; it helps balance the salty and sweet.
Garlic: Minced garlic or freshly minced garlic adds spice and deepens the flavor of the dish.
