Honey-Glazed Baked Chicken Wings and Drumsticks

For the Chicken:

• 8 chicken wings
• 4 chicken legs (drumsticks)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup honey
• ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium)
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp ground black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp ground cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)

For the Spice Garnish:

• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp dried rosemary
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp smoked paprika
• ¼ tsp salt

Instructions:

Prepare the Marinade:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

Marinate the Chicken:

2. Place the chicken wings and legs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
3. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.
4. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.

Preheat the Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Bake the Chicken:

2. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased rack set over a baking sheet.
3. Discard the used marinade.
4. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Prepare the Spice Garnish:

1. While the chicken is baking, mix together the dried thyme, dried rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt in a small bowl.

Garnish and Serve:

2. Remove the chicken from the oven and immediately sprinkle the spice mixture over the hot wings and legs.
3. Drizzle some honey.
4. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.