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Honey Garlic Wings: Sticky, Sweet, and Irresistible

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Honey garlic wings are the people-pleaser of the wing world. Not too spicy, not too sweet. Just sticky, glossy, garlicky perfection.

These are baked until crispy, then tossed in a glaze that clings to every nook and cranny. No deep fryer needed. Just a wire rack, a hot oven, and a bowl to lick clean afterward.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Prep the Wings

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. Pat wings completely dry with paper towels.
  3. Toss wings with baking powder and salt until coated.
2

Bake Until Crispy

  1. Arrange wings on the rack (not touching).
  2. Bake for 45-50 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
3

Make the Glaze

  1. While wings bake, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha (if using) in a small saucepan.
  2. Simmer over medium-low heat for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
4

Toss and Serve

  1. Transfer hot wings to a large bowl. Pour glaze over and toss to coat.
  2. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately with napkins. So many napkins.

Summary

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour

Yield: 4 servings

Difficulty: Easy

Storage Notes

Fridge:

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The glaze sets up but reheats beautifully.

Reheating:

Air fryer at 375°F for 5-7 minutes. Oven at 375°F for 8-10 minutes. Microwave works but softens the sticky glaze.

Make-Ahead:

Bake wings without glaze. Cool, refrigerate. Reheat, then toss in warmed glaze. Almost as good as fresh.

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