Toss raw chicken drumsticks in the glass casserole dish and 3 other ingredients to get a meal so delicious your family will be begging for more.
This 4-Ingredient Oven Chicken brings together tangy barbecue sauce, sweet apricot preserves, and savory onion soup mix to create a sticky, golden glaze over tender drumsticks. Baked to perfection in less than an hour, it offers a wonderful balance of sweet and savory flavors with practically no cleanup.
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4-Ingredient Oven Chicken
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Chicken drumsticks | 8 |
| Dry onion soup mix | 1 packet (about 1 ounce) |
| Barbecue sauce | 1/2 cup |
| Apricot preserves | 1/4 cup |
Step-By-Step Directions:
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Preheat and prep: Heat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch glass casserole dish for easy cleanup.
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Arrange the chicken: Place the raw chicken drumsticks in the bottom of the casserole dish in a single, even layer.
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Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, stir together the dry onion soup mix, barbecue sauce, and apricot preserves until well combined.
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Coat the drumsticks: Spoon the sauce evenly over the drumsticks, turning them to ensure every piece is thoroughly coated.
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Bake until cooked through: Bake uncovered for 45 to 55 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F at the thickest part. Tip: Spoon pan sauce over the tops halfway through for extra color and flavor.
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Rest and serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving so the juices settle and the glaze thickens.
