Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

Honey Garlic Chicken Wings – A Weeknight Winner

Craving crispy, flavorful chicken wings without the hassle of frying? These oven-baked honey garlic wings are your answer. Sticky, sweet, and garlicky, they’re perfect for game nights, parties, or a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients:

• For the Wings:
  • 12 whole chicken wings, separated at the joint
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Cooking Guide:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Arrange the wings on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer without crowding.
3. Bake for 30 minutes, then flip the wings and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
4. While the wings are baking, whisk together all the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
5. Once the wings are cooked through, remove them from the oven and toss them in the honey garlic sauce until well coated. You can also broil the wings on high for a minute or two for an extra crispy finish.

Tips:

• For extra crispy wings, let the chicken wings sit uncovered in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight before baking. This allows the skin to dry out, which helps it crisp up in the oven.
• If you don’t have brown sugar, you can substitute it with granulated sugar.
• Want a spicier kick? Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
• Serve your honey garlic wings with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or hot sauce.