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Crispy Chicken Wings Recipe: Easy Honey Garlic Glaze for Perfect Crunch

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These crispy chicken wings are oven-baked for ultimate crunch and tossed in a sticky, sweet, and garlicky honey glaze. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a cozy snack, they’re easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings, split at the joint, tips removed
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium is fine)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced or finely grated
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional garnish)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set a wire rack on top.
  2. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine wings, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss well to coat evenly.
  4. Arrange wings skin-side up on the wire rack, leaving space between each piece.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes, then flip each wing using tongs. Bake another 15-20 minutes, until deeply golden and crunchy.
  6. While wings bake, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Stir in honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until slightly thickened and glossy.
  8. Transfer hot wings to a large mixing bowl. Pour over the honey garlic glaze and toss until every wing is coated.
  9. Let wings rest for 2 minutes in the bowl for the glaze to set.
  10. Sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro and toasted sesame seeds, if using. Serve hot and crispy.

Notes

Pat wings dry for maximum crispiness. Use a wire rack or crumpled foil to allow air circulation. For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. For dairy-free, substitute olive oil for butter. Air fryer option: cook at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway. Let wings rest after glazing for best texture.

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