Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
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These sweet and sticky honey garlic chicken wings are happiness in every bite. Even though they’re baked, not fried, they’re super crispy. They make the perfect party appetizer or even an easy dinner recipe.
Chicken wings are one of those foods that instantly signal a good time, and these honey garlic chicken wings are no exception. They’re sticky, glossy, and packed with that irresistible sweet-savory flavor you usually expect from a restaurant—but they’re surprisingly easy to make at home.
I keep the wings themselves simple so the glaze can really shine. A quick seasoning and roast give you juicy wings with crisp edges, which are then coated in a honey-garlic glaze made with soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and lots of garlic. The honey turns everything beautifully sticky, and I almost always add a pinch of chili flakes for just a little heat.
Once they’re finished with a sprinkle of cilantro and sesame seeds, they feel a little fancy without any extra effort. These are the wings I make when friends are coming over, or when I just want something fun and comforting—fair warning, they disappear fast.
Fun party idea
I love honey garlic wings, and since you’re here, I assume that you do, too. But for a party, having a few flavors is fun. Try baking a big batch and them tossing them in different sauces. Here’s a few to try:
Honey Garlic Chicken Wings Recipe
Ingredients
Chicken Wings
- 2 lb chicken wings
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Cilantro and sesame seeds (to serve)
The Glaze
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
- 2 large garlic cloves (very finely minced)
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the chicken wings in a large bowl and toss them with sesame oil, sea salt, and pepper.2 lb chicken wings, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon sea salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Transfer the chicken wings to the prepared baking sheet, making sure there is space between them. Bake them for 35-40 minutes, or until they are crispy.
- While the chicken wings are baking, make the glaze. Add all the glaze ingredients to a small pot over medium-high heat. Boil rapidly for 3-4 minutes, or until the glaze has reduced to ⅓ cup. Remove the pot from the heat.⅓ cup honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger, 2 large garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon sesame oil, ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
- Once the chicken wings are crispy remove them from the oven and toss them with the glaze. Sprinkle some cilantro and toasted sesame seeds over the top and serve immediately.Cilantro and sesame seeds
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The best!
I love hearing that! 😊 Thanks so much for making it and for the kind note — it means a lot! 💛
Looks delish! Can’t wait to try these.
This chicken wings looks so yummy! definitely gonna try it!
Made these tonight! Crispy, sticky, and oh so good. Will be my wing go to Recipe!
I love this recipe! I’ve made it several times, and it’s always so good. One question though: I find a lot of the sauce fall to the plate and only a little sticks on. Should I be waiting for the sauce to cool a bit before tossing them in the glaze? Thanks!
I usually just keep tossing the wings with the sauce until the sauce cools and thickens enough to coat the wings. But cooling the sauce first is probably a much better idea. 🙂
These were excellent. My only comment is does it matter what honey you use? Because there was a strong honey taste to my glazed chicken. I followed the recipe accordingly, maybe I should cut back on the amount of honey?
If you’re not a fan of honey, you could try swapping some for a sweetener that you like the flavor of. 🙂
How would cooking times differ if using drumsticks instead? I don’t have any wings on hand but really wanna give this a try!
Drumsticks typically take about 40 minutes to cook. 🙂
These are so delicious!
I’m so happy that you love this recipe!
Love these Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Wings!
So happy to hear that you enjoyed the recipe!
My go to for honey garlic wings. Even people who don’t usually eat wings make an exception for these : )
I’m so happy to hear that the recipe is a hit with you and your friends, Kim!
I often find that online recipes don’t work as perfectly as they look .. That was Nkt the case here! The wings were perfect and incredibly delicious. We wound up scooping last bits of sauce off the plates with our fingers (picture a couple in their 50s here, not kids!). Making them again tonight. I’ll definitely check out more of your ideas!
I love it! So happy to hear that the recipe was a success!
Hi Kristen! I was wondering if you could provide some clarification for me. Are these wings dairy and gluten free? I am a bit new to the whole allergen thing. Thank you!
Hi Sarah! There is no dairy in this recipe. If you need to avoid gluten, just make sure to use a gluten-free soy sauce.
Very tasty! Would have been better without parchment, as wings will stick. Grease a non stick pan, then soapy water and steam in a warm oven makes for easy clean up.
I use Kirkland Signature (Costco brand) parchment paper and it never sticks. If you find that yours does then it’s probably better without it. 🙂