Description
Sticky, crispy, and full of flavor, these wings blend sweet honey with spicy chili for the perfect appetizer or main dish. Ideal for parties, game nights, or a bold weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Wings:
- 2 pounds chicken wings (split, tips removed)
- 1 tbsp baking powder (not baking soda)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Pat wings dry with paper towels. Toss in a large bowl with baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Arrange wings on rack in a single layer. Bake 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway. Optional: broil last 2–3 minutes.
- While wings bake, combine sauce ingredients (except cornstarch slurry and butter) in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Simmer until slightly reduced, then whisk in cornstarch slurry if using. Stir until thickened. Add butter and mix until smooth.
- Toss baked wings in a clean bowl with the sauce. Return to oven for 5 minutes if desired for a sticky finish.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and herbs. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes