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Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

These Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are perfect for parties or casual dinners, featuring a delightful blend of spicy Sriracha, sweet honey, and garlic for an irresistible flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Wings Preparation
  • 3 pounds chicken wings
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2.5 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup Sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Garnish
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, sesame oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pour this mixture over the wings and toss to coat them well.
Baking
  1. Spread the wings in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake for 50-55 minutes, flipping them halfway through for even cooking.
Sauce Preparation
  1. While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a small pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the crushed red pepper and grated ginger; cook for a minute.
  3. Mix in the honey, Sriracha, soy sauce, lime juice, and rice wine vinegar. Bring this mixture to a light boil, then stir in cornstarch and cook until it thickens, about 30 seconds.
Finishing Touch
  1. Once the wings are baked, remove them from the oven and increase the oven temperature to broil.
  2. Transfer the wings to a heatproof bowl, pour the sauce over them, and toss to coat.
  3. Drain any excess oil from the baking sheet, return the wings to the sheet, and broil for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Remove from the oven, garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro, and drizzle with more honey if desired. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Make sure to dry the chicken wings well before baking to help them get crispy. You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper and Sriracha. For extra flavor, consider marinating the wings in the butter mixture for a few hours or overnight before baking. Don’t skip the broiling step for crispy texture.