These Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, featuring a sticky glaze that coats each wing in deliciousness. The marinade not only enhances the flavor but also helps tenderize the chicken, making every bite juicy and flavorful. Ideal for game day, parties, or a tasty weeknight dinner, these wings are bound to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
For the Wings:
- 2 pounds chicken wings (about 20 wings, separated into drumettes and flats)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted butter)
For the Marinade:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)