Satay Chicken Legs with Peanut Sauce

Sticky, caramelized chicken drumsticks glazed with a fragrant satay marinade, paired with a silky peanut dipping sauce—this is the kind of snack that disappears in minutes and leaves everyone asking for more.

Ingredients:

• 8 chicken drumsticks
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sesame seeds and fresh cilantro for garnish

Method:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Whisk together soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and chili flakes in a bowl.
3. Toss drumsticks with the marinade, coating well. Arrange on a baking sheet.
4. Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
5. Thin the remaining marinade with a splash of water to create a peanut dipping sauce. Serve alongside the drumsticks.
6. Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro.

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Chef's tip: Don't skip turning the drumsticks halfway through roasting—it's the key to that caramelized, sticky exterior that makes these absolutely irresistible.