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Honey Garlic Chicken Wings Recipe

Name: Honey Garlic Chicken Wings Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken wings; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/2 cup honey; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; Sesame seeds; Chopped green onions

Byluca Carter December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

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Introduction

These Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are crispy, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. Coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory sauce, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser whether for game day or a casual dinner.

A close-up view of many glazed chicken wings piled on a white plate, each wing covered in a sticky, shiny dark brown sauce with a hint of red. The wings have a crispy texture in some spots, and they are sprinkled with small white sesame seeds and bright green chopped scallions scattered evenly across the top. The lighting highlights the glossy sauce and fresh garnishes, with the white plate resting on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 pounds chicken wings
Salt and pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce

1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon ground ginger

Sesame seeds and chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels, then place them in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then toss with baking powder and vegetable oil until evenly coated.

Step 3: Arrange the wings in a single layer on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Bake for 45-50 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: While the wings bake, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and ginger. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 5: Transfer the baked wings to a large bowl. Pour the honey garlic sauce over them and toss to coat thoroughly.

Step 6: Serve the wings hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Tips & Variations

For extra crispy wings, make sure to dry them thoroughly and use a wire rack to allow air circulation while baking.
Substitute apple cider vinegar with rice vinegar for a milder tang.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.
If you prefer frying, you can deep-fry the wings instead of baking for a different texture.

Storage

Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to retain crispiness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.