Description
These Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are a perfect balance of sweet and savory, coated in a crispy flour mixture and baked to golden perfection. Glazed with a sticky honey, brown sugar, and soy sauce blend, they make a delicious appetizer or party snack that’s easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings Coating
- 10 chicken wings
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Honey Garlic Sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free, if needed)
Optional Garnish
- 1 chopped spring onion
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Dry the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel thoroughly to ensure they are as dry as possible. This step is crucial for achieving a crispy coating when baked.
- Prepare the Coating Mix: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour), ground pepper, granulated garlic, onion powder, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Coat the Wings: Add the wings one by one to the flour mixture, tossing them well to achieve a thorough and even coating. Shake off any excess flour from each wing to prevent clumping.
- Bake the Wings: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the coated wings on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or a wire rack. Bake for approximately 20-23 minutes, turning halfway through, until the wings are cooked through and golden brown.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the wings are baking, combine honey, light brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, and soy sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
- Glaze the Wings: Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl and pour the warm honey garlic sauce over them. Toss well to coat each wing evenly with the sticky glaze.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle chopped spring onion and sesame seeds on top for added flavor and presentation. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crispy wings, let the coated wings rest for 10 minutes before baking to allow the coating to adhere better.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust the amount of honey and sugar based on desired sweetness.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to keep the recipe gluten-free if needed.
- Cooking time may vary depending on oven performance; ensure the internal temperature of the wings reaches 165°F (74°C) for safety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 wings
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
