These honey garlic chicken wings are coated in a corn starch seasoning, then fried or baked until crisp and tossed in a sauce of honey, soy sauce, garlic and butter. Serve them hot, garnished with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.

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Ingredients for Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

For the Chicken Wings:

Chicken Wings: 2 pounds, split into drumettes and flats
Salt: 1 teaspoon
Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
Corn starch: 2 tablespoons
Vegetable Oil: For frying (or a cooking spray for baking)

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

Honey: ⅓ cup
Soy Sauce: ¼ cup
Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
Butter: 2 tablespoons
Corn starch: 1 teaspoon, mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
Red Pepper Flakes: ½ teaspoon (optional, for a spicy kick)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preparing the Chicken Wings:

Season the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the wings with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and corn starch until evenly coated.
Cook the Wings:
- For Frying: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the wings in batches for 8-10 minutes or until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- For Baking: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the wings on a greased baking rack set over a baking sheet. Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Preparing the Honey Garlic Sauce:

Cook the Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add Honey and Soy Sauce: Stir in honey and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat.
Thicken the Sauce: Add the corn starch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens. Add red pepper flakes if desired.

Combining the Wings and Sauce:

Coat the Wings: Toss the cooked wings in the honey garlic sauce until fully coated.
Serve: Arrange the wings on a platter and garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 280 kcal
Protein: 18 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Sugar: 12 g
Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg
Sodium: 600 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bake honey garlic chicken wings instead of frying?

Yes, both methods work. Fry in batches in oil heated to 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes, or bake at 425°F (220°C) on a greased rack over a baking sheet for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.

How do I thicken the honey garlic sauce?

Stir in the corn starch slurry (1 teaspoon corn starch mixed with 1 tablespoon water) and keep stirring until the sauce thickens.

How do I make the wings spicy?

Add the optional ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.

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