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MAKE-AHEAD STAR
My Mom's Sweet-and-Tangy Deviled Chicken Is My Favorite Make-Ahead Dinner
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5.0 (210)|(2 Reviews)Tender baked chicken drumsticks and thighs glazed in a sticky Dijon, brown sugar, and Worcestershire glaze.
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By Nicole Hopper (Recipe Developer)•Published April 30, 2026
⏱ 2 hrs 45 mins (incl. marinate)
Simply Recipes / Nicole Hopper🔥 380 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Glaze caramelizes into an irresistible sticky crust.
- Great hot for dinner or cold the next day.
MAKE-AHEAD STAR
My Mom's Sweet-and-Tangy Deviled Chicken Is My Favorite Make-Ahead Dinner
Deviled chicken (Pollo alla Diavola) gets its tangy punch from Dijon mustard, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, and Worcestershire. Marinate ahead and bake until caramelized and sticky.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time2 hrs 45 mins (incl. marinate)
Servings6 servings
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Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken pieces (drumsticks and bone-in thighs)
- 1/3 cup Dijon mustard & 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce & 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper & 1 tsp smoked paprika
Directions
1
Marinate chicken
Whisk mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire, oil, and spices. Coat chicken; chill 2 hours.
2
Bake until glazed
Arrange on baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 40-45 mins, basting with pan juices, until skin is sticky and browned.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Line your baking sheet with foil for effortless cleanup.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories380 kcal
Protein34g
Carbs8g
Total Fat22g
Sodium: 560mg
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
