Sticky Lemonade Chicken Drumsticks

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the lemonade, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, rosemary and garlic. Stir to combine and carefully tumble in the chicken drumsticks. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours but ideally overnight.

Step 2

The next day, preheat the oven to 400F. Remove the chicken drumsticks and empty half of the marinade into a saucepan (through a sieve to catch the garlic and rosemary). Place the saucepan over medium heat, uncovered, and allow the liquid to reduce to half. Tumble in the cornstarch (if using) and whisk to combine - the sauce should thicken very quickly, remove from the heat and empty into a heatproof bowl. If you’re opting for a thinner glaze, omit the cornstarch.

Step 3

Whilst the sauce is reducing, line a roasting tray with aluminium foil and place a rack on top. Space the chicken drumsticks apart and cook for 20 minutes at the top of the oven.

Step 4

Retrieve the sauce and using a pastry brush, coat the chicken drumsticks generously before returning to the oven for 10 more minutes.

Step 5

Allow the chicken drumsticks to rest for 5-10 minutes, then enjoy them warm!