These Finger Drumsticks are first slow-cooked until exceptionally tender, then finished under the broiler with a sweet and tangy lemon-soy glaze. Perfect for parties and gatherings, they deliver a delicious balance of savory, citrusy, and lightly sweet flavors in every bite.
Flavor Profile
Sweet, tangy, savory, citrusy, lightly gingery
Equipment Needed
Ingredients
1½ pounds chicken wings, separated
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup chicken bouillon
Glaze
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
⅛ teaspoon garlic salt
Instructions
- Separate the chicken wings into flats and drumettes and remove the tips.
- Season the wings lightly with salt and black pepper.
- Place the wings in a slow cooker.
- Pour the chicken bouillon over the wings.
- Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the wings are tender.
- Carefully remove the wings and drain well.
- Place the wings on a broiler pan.
- Preheat the broiler.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, salt, ground ginger, black pepper, lemon juice, soy sauce, and garlic salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Brush the wings with a portion of the glaze.
- Broil for 3 to 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- Turn the wings over and brush with additional glaze.
- Broil for another 3 to 5 minutes until golden and glazed.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve hot.
Recipe Notes
Heat Adjustment Suggestions
Add ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes to the glaze for mild heat.
Add 1 teaspoon hot sauce for a sweet-and-spicy version.
Serve with chili sauce on the side for extra kick.
Make-Ahead Tips
The wings can be slow-cooked a day ahead and refrigerated.
Prepare the glaze in advance and reheat gently before broiling.
Finished wings can be held warm in the slow cooker for parties.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with rice, vegetable trays, or fresh fruit.
Ideal for buffets, holiday parties, potlucks, and game-day gatherings.
Garnish with sliced green onions or lemon zest.
FINGER DRUMSTICKS (Tender Slow-Cooked Wings with Tangy Glaze)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Separate the chicken wings into flats and drumettes and remove the tips.
- Season the wings lightly with salt and black pepper.
- Place the wings in a slow cooker.
- Pour the chicken bouillon over the wings.
- Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the wings are tender.
- Carefully remove the wings and drain well.
- Place the wings on a broiler pan.
- Preheat the broiler.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, salt, ground ginger, black pepper, lemon juice, soy sauce, and garlic salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Brush the wings with a portion of the glaze.
- Broil for 3 to 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- Turn the wings over and brush with additional glaze.
- Broil for another 3 to 5 minutes until golden and glazed.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve hot.
Nutrition
Notes
Add 1 teaspoon hot sauce for a sweet-and-spicy version.
Serve with chili sauce on the side for extra kick. Make-Ahead Tips The wings can be slow-cooked a day ahead and refrigerated.
Prepare the glaze in advance and reheat gently before broiling.
Finished wings can be held warm in the slow cooker for parties. Serving Suggestions Serve with rice, vegetable trays, or fresh fruit.
Ideal for buffets, holiday parties, potlucks, and game-day gatherings.
Garnish with sliced green onions or lemon zest.
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Inspired by classic slow-cooker party appetizers that combine tender chicken with sweet-and-savory glazes for effortless entertaining.
Source: Taste of Home
Nutrition Information
Estimated per serving (based on 8 appetizer servings)
Calories: 185
Protein: 14 g
Carbohydrates: 8 g
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg
Sodium: 520 mg
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 7 g
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Marinate Time: None
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
Yield: 25 to 30 appetizer servings
Difficulty: Easy
