Description
Craving takeout-level flavor with homemade ease? These Sweet & Sour Chicken Legs are your weeknight hero: juicy, golden-seared drumsticks baked in a sticky glaze of brown sugar, vinegar, and tomato goodness. No deep frying, no fancy steps—just bold, craveable comfort that’ll have everyone licking their fingers and begging for seconds.
Ingredients
-
6 chicken legs (drumsticks), skin-on
-
½ cup tomato sauce (or ketchup, omit sugar if using)
-
¼ cup packed brown sugar
-
¼ cup white vinegar
-
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
-
1 tbsp olive oil
-
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
-
Prep Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Pat chicken dry and season well.
-
Sear Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 mins per side until golden. Transfer to a baking dish.
-
Make Sauce: Whisk tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and Worcestershire. Taste and adjust balance if needed.
-
Bake: Pour sauce over chicken. Bake uncovered 35–40 mins, basting halfway. Chicken is done at 165°F and glaze should be thick and sticky.
-
Rest: Let sit 5 mins. Garnish with parsley or sesame seeds.
Notes
-
Tent with foil if browning too fast.
-
Use thighs or wings for variation.
-
Great with rice, pickled veggies, or a quick slaw.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: ~280 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 23g