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Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
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Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are a quick, flavorful snack featuring juicy wings coated in a sticky, sweet honey and savory garlic glaze. Perfect for game day, gatherings, or a tasty weeknight appetizer, this recipe delivers crispy, tender wings with bold, balanced flavors made from simple ingredients and ready in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chicken Wings

  • 2 pounds fresh or thawed chicken wings

Honey Garlic Sauce

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Spices and Variations

  • Red pepper flakes or smoked paprika (for smoky or spicy twist)
  • Sriracha or cayenne pepper (for spicy kick)
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary (for herb-infused flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the wings: Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly using paper towels to ensure crispy skin. If using frozen wings, thaw fully before starting.
  2. Make the honey garlic sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth and well combined.
  3. Coat the wings: Place the wings in a large bowl or ziplock bag. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the wings and toss or shake to coat each wing evenly.
  4. Cook the wings: Bake the wings in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking and crispiness. Alternatively, fry wings in hot oil until golden and cooked through.
  5. Toss wings in sauce again: After cooking, toss the wings once more in any leftover sauce for extra stickiness and flavor before serving.

Notes

  • Always pat wings dry before cooking to get crispier skin.
  • Use fresh garlic rather than pre-minced for better flavor.
  • Don’t skip tossing the wings in sauce after cooking for a glossy finish.
  • Adjust honey quantity to suit your preference for sweetness.
  • Serve wings hot to enjoy the best texture and sticky sauce flavor.

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Keywords: honey garlic chicken wings, sticky chicken wings, baked chicken wings, garlic wings, honey glazed wings, appetizer, game day snack

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