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Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

Crispy, tender chicken wings coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for game nights and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 wings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Wings
  • 50 pieces 50 chicken wings Juicy and perfect for crispy baking.
Coating Ingredients
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour Helps create that ideal crispy crust.
  • Salt to taste Salt and black pepper Essential seasonings that enhance the overall flavor.
  • Black pepper to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds richness and ensures wings bake beautifully.
Sauce Ingredients
  • ½ cup honey The star ingredient for sweetness.
  • ⅓ cup water Helps to dilute the honey.
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce Provides savory flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced) Infuses the dish with flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger Adds a warm, zesty kick.
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch Thickens the sauce for a sticky glaze.
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes Adds a hint of heat.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  2. Dry the chicken wings with paper towels until completely dry.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the wings with flour, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Brush wings lightly with olive oil or spray for a healthier option.
  5. Line a baking pan with foil and place parchment paper on top. Spread wings out on the pan.
Baking
  1. Bake the wings for 35 minutes, turning them after 20 minutes.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a small saucepan, combine honey, water, soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
Final Baking
  1. Remove wings from oven and toss in the prepared sauce.
  2. Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, turning after 5 minutes.
Cooling
  1. Allow the wings to cool for about 10 minutes to let the sauce thicken.

Notes

For a crisper finish, consider broiling the wings for a few minutes at the end. Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.