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A pile of glistening Honey Garlic Wings coated in a sticky glaze and topped with chopped green onions.

Honey Garlic Wings with Sticky Glaze

These baked chicken wings are coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze that sets up nicely in the oven. This recipe provides crispy wings without deep frying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 2 lbs chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika or garlic powder
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water optional for thickening
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Small saucepan
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Place a wire rack on top for airflow.
  2. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove moisture. Toss wings in olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange wings in a single layer on the wire rack and bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Meanwhile, make the honey garlic glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and minced garlic.
  5. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. For a thicker sauce, whisk in cornstarch slurry and cook for 1 more minute.
  6. Remove wings from the oven and transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the glaze over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Optional: Return the wings to the oven for 5 minutes to help the glaze set.
  8. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving warm.

Notes

For extra crispy wings, pat them dry thoroughly before baking and use a wire rack. Add 1 teaspoon baking powder to the seasoning for even crispier results. For an air fryer option, cook at 380°F for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through. Make it spicy by adding chili flakes, sriracha, or hot sauce to the glaze. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.

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