Baked Maple Mustard Chicken
Fall-off-the-bone chicken drumsticks smothered in a sweet and tangy maple mustard glaze. This easy and gluten-free dinner is bursting with flavors of maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and aromatic spices, creating a truly unforgettable meal.
ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 3.
Coat the chicken drumsticks with the maple mustard glaze, making sure they are evenly coated.
- 4.
Arrange the drumsticks in the prepared baking dish and pour any remaining glaze over them.
- 5.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, turning the drumsticks halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and nicely caramelized.
- 6.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.