Honey Garlic Chicken Wings Recipe
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4.9
Honey Garlic Chicken Wings Recipe
Description
This recipe starts by tossing chicken wings with sesame oil, salt, and pepper, then baking them at 400°F on a parchment-lined sheet to reach a crispy texture. Meanwhile, a glaze is prepared by boiling honey, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and chili flakes until reduced to a sticky consistency.
Once baked, the wings are tossed in the warm glaze to evenly coat them, bringing a glossy finish with sweet and umami notes balanced by mild heat from chili flakes and warmth from ginger and garlic. Sprinkled cilantro and toasted sesame seeds add fresh herbaceousness and nutty crunch to the final dish.
These wings are best served immediately, ideal for appetizer or snack occasions where the contrast of crispy skin and sticky glaze is enjoyed.
Ingredients
Chicken Wings
- 2 lb chicken wings
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- cilantro to serve
- sesame seeds to serve
The Glaze
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce gluten-free if needed
- 1 tablespoon ginger finely grated
- 2 large garlic very finely minced, cloves
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the chicken wings in a large bowl and toss them with sesame oil, sea salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the chicken wings to the prepared baking sheet, making sure there is space between them. Bake them for 35-40 minutes, or until they are crispy.
- While the chicken wings are baking, make the glaze. Add all the glaze ingredients to a small pot over medium-high heat. Boil rapidly for 3-4 minutes, or until the glaze has reduced to ⅓ cup. Remove the pot from the heat.
- Once the chicken wings are crispy remove them from the oven and toss them with the glaze. Sprinkle some cilantro and toasted sesame seeds over the top and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6appetizer
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ⅙ of the recipe | |
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 63mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 785mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 158mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 146IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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