Description
These Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings are oven-baked to crispy perfection, then tossed in a sticky glaze made with honey, soy sauce, and a kick of sriracha. Each bite balances savory, sweet, and heat — making them the perfect appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Glaze:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish (optional):
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a greased wire rack on top.
- Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss wings with baking powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange wings on the rack, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flip, then bake for another 20–25 minutes until crispy.
- In a small saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients. Simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove wings from oven and toss in the warm glaze until coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped herbs. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes