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Sticky BBQ Drumsticks with Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Sweet Glazed Carrots

Juicy chicken drumsticks baked with a rich sticky BBQ glaze, served alongside velvety mashed potatoes and sweet glazed carrots for a comforting, easy-to-make meal perfect for family dinners and cozy weekends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sticky BBQ Drumsticks
  • 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 pieces potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • salt and pepper to taste
For the Sweet Glazed Carrots
  • 4 pieces carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • salt a pinch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine barbecue sauce, honey, soy sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Step 3: Toss the chicken drumsticks in the sauce mixture until fully coated.
  4. Step 4: Arrange drumsticks on a foil- or parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 35–40 minutes, turning and basting with leftover sauce halfway through.
  5. Step 5: While chicken cooks, boil potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until tender. Drain and mash with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Step 6: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add carrots, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cook 10–12 minutes until tender and glossy, stirring occasionally.
  7. Step 7: Plate the drumsticks with mashed potatoes and glazed carrots. Serve immediately.

Notes

Marinate drumsticks ahead for deeper flavor. Swap drumsticks with thighs or wings if preferred. Add cayenne pepper for heat. Store leftovers separately in airtight containers in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat drumsticks in the oven to keep glaze sticky.