Honey Garlic Chicken Wings Recipe

If you're a fan of finger-licking deliciousness and crave the combination of sweet and savory, this tantalizing honey garlic chicken wings recipe is for you. These wings are ridiculously easy to make, perfect for game nights, parties, or simply as a delightful treat for yourself. With tender meat and a sticky glaze that boasts the flavors of honey and garlic, these wings will quickly become your go-to appetizer.

To make this and other chicken wing recipes a hit, I have included a section about how to clean and prepare them so you and your family can fully enjoy the flavors of the marinade and the spices. The sticky sweetness of the honey combined with the savory garlic will create awesome flavors that will leave you longing for more.

Don’t miss my Brown Sugar BBQ chicken wings and my all-time favorite Crispy Chicken wings. If you feel more adventurous, I have a Chicken Chili Fry for you; it’s spicy and absolutely delicious.

❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

Making this recipe is so easy anyone can make it, even if you have never cooked before.

Delicious, juicy, and tender chicken wings cooked to perfection.

Simple ingredients are available at any store near you or in your kitchen already.

You can use the same recipe for chicken thighs or drumsticks; the cooking time will be longer, but it will work.

🥘 INGREDIENTS

To make these delectable honey garlic chicken wings, you'll need the following ingredients:

Chicken wings - I have gone for large chicken wings. If you go organic, the chicken wings will be smaller, but still, you can use them and have a great result.

Honey - You can use any type of honey, but make sure it is real. To find out if you have the real deal, place a drop of honey on your thumbnail; if it maintains its shape, it's real; if it melts and spreads, it is not.

Brown sugar - Although Honey is sweet, adding brown sugar gives that caramelized flavor to the dish.

Soy and oyster sauce - These ingredients are essential to add that umami flavor.

Garlic and ginger - They give a slight hint of spiciness along with the chili flakes.

🔪INSTRUCTIONS

Preparing and cleaning the Wings

Fresh chicken and chicken wings have more flavor and less smell, but frozen chicken is another story. To clean the chicken wings, first, check if they have small feathers. Pick them with your fingers or kitchen tweezer, or simply run a kitchen knife over them.

Place the chicken wings in a large bowl and wash them with cold water, rinse, and then add the juice of one lemon and a teaspoon of vinegar. Rub the chicken wings for two minutes, and rinse them again until the water clears.

Pat the chicken dry using a kitchen paper towel, and you will see that the chicken has a more vibrant pink color and looks super clean.

Marinate the chicken

Marination infuse the wings with flavor. In a small bowl, mix the marinating ingredients. Take ⅓ cup of the marination mixture and combine it with the chicken wings. Rub the wings, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let the wings marinate in the refrigerator for an hour. Marinating the wings also tenderizes the meat and enhances the taste.

Frying the wings

We will not deep fry the chicken but shallow fry them. The wings do not take long to cook. 8 to 10 minutes is the time these wings will take to cook. Remove the chicken wings from the marinade and discard the marinade. Shallow fry them until golden brown and thoroughly cooked.

Coating the Cooked Wings with Glaze

Once the wings are fried to perfection, it's time to coat them with the tantalizing honey garlic glaze. Simply Pour the marinade (The one you saved and not the one you marinated the chicken wings with) over the chicken and cook until the sauce turns slightly thick.

👩🏽‍🍳PRO TIPS

To ensure your honey garlic chicken wings turn out divine, here are a few essential tips to keep in mind:

• Ensure the chicken wings are fully coated with the marinating seasonings for maximum flavor infusion.
• Allow the wings to marinate for at least 30 minutes, but longer marinating time gives better results.
• Pat dry the wings before marinating them.
• Keep the heat medium and medium-low to prevent the chicken from burning since it has honey and brown sugar.

🍽️HOW TO SERVE

Now that your honey garlic chicken wings are prepared and glazed, it's time to serve them up!

Arrange the wings on a platter and garnish with sesame seeds and freshly chopped green onions for a touch of elegance.

Serve them with a side of homemade coleslaw, a refreshing cucumber salad, or alongside some crispy French fries.

I like to dip mine in some sour cream sauce.

💬 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

🌡️STORING

To store the leftover wings, let them cool, then transfer them into an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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