Description

These Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are packed with flavor! The wings are perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, then coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of honey, garlic, and soy sauce creates a rich, sticky glaze that’s perfect for dipping and enjoying with friends and family.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs chicken wings (fresh or frozen)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening, optional)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Prep the Wings:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). If using frozen wings, make sure they are fully thawed. Pat the wings dry with paper towels to help them crisp up during baking.
Season the Wings:
Place the wings in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss the wings until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Bake the Wings:
Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are crispy and golden brown.
Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:
While the wings are baking, make the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken. If you’d like the sauce to be thicker, whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Toss the Wings in Sauce:
Once the wings are done baking, remove them from the oven. Transfer the wings to a large bowl and pour the honey garlic sauce over the wings. Toss well to ensure that each wing is coated with the sticky sauce.

Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh parsley if desired. Serve the wings with extra sauce for dipping and enjoy!

Notes

For extra crispy wings, you can broil them for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking.
If you prefer your wings a little spicier, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the honey garlic sauce or use a spicy honey.

You can also cook these wings in an air fryer. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minute
Category: Appetizer, Game Day Food, Snack
Method: Oven-baked
Cuisine: American, Asian-inspired

Keywords: Honey Garlic Wings, Sticky Wings, Sweet Chicken Wings, Game Day Wings, Garlic Honey Wings, Chicken Wings Recipe