Honey Garlic Chicken Wings 

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This is a recipe that’s going to take your taste buds on a flavor adventure—Honey Garlic Chicken Wings. These wings are crispy, juicy, and coated in a finger-licking good honey garlic sauce.

Perfect for game day, a casual dinner, or just because you’re craving something delicious.

Honey Garlic chicken wings on a black bowl with chopped scallions.

Back when I was a Hooter’s girl… many moons ago haha, I fell in love with wings. It really is all about the sauce, so there really are unlimited options. I love the sticky honey wings from the local Chinese takeout spot and that inspired this recipe.

Whether you’re serving these at a party or just treating yourself, these Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are guaranteed to be a hit. So go ahead, whip up a batch and watch them disappear!

If you like this recipe check out my Buttermilk Cornish Hens .

Ingredients for this recipe

Wings:

Wings: Cleaned and patted dry.

Salt: To taste.

Pepper: To taste.

Garlic Powder: To taste.

Cornstarch: For dusting.

Scallions: Chopped, for garnish.

Sauce:

Honey: For sweetness.

Apple Cider Vinegar: For tanginess.

Red Pepper Flakes: To taste, for a little heat.

Garlic Cloves: Minced.

Soy Sauce (optional): For umami.

Water: To mix with cornstarch.

Cornstarch: To thicken the sauce.

Frying Oil: Vegetable, canola, or peanut oil for frying.

How to make Honey Garlic Chicken Wings 

 First, I season the wings with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a light dusting of cornstarch to get that perfect crispy skin.

Then, I fry them up until they’re golden brown and irresistibly crunchy. Trust me, you’ll want to munch on them even before they hit the sauce.

Now, let’s talk about that sauce. In a small saucepan, I combine honey, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, garlic, and a touch of soy sauce. Once it starts to bubble, I add a cornstarch mixture to thicken it up. The result? A sauce that’s sweet, tangy, and has just the right amount of kick. When you toss the crispy wings in this sauce, it’s pure magic.

Top these bad boys with some fresh chopped scallions for a pop of color and flavor, and you’re ready to dig in.

Can you bake the wings instead of frying?

Yes, you can bake the wings at 400°F for about 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy.

How spicy are these wings?

They have a mild kick from the red pepper flakes, but you can adjust the heat to your preference.

How long do leftover wings last?

Store leftover wings in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.

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Honey Garlic Chicken Wings on a black plate with scallions on top.
5 from 1 vote

Honey Garlic Chicken Wings 

By August DeWindt
Crispy, flavorful wings tossed in a sweet, tangy and savory sauce. They come together in just 20 minutes.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

Wings:

  • 2 lbs chicken Wings
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp Scallions chopped

Sauce

  • cup Honey
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tbsp Red pepper flakes
  • 3 Garlic cloves , minced
  • 1 tsp Soy sauce, optional
  • 2 tbsp Water
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • Frying oil, vegetable, canola or peanut

Instructions 

  • In a frying pan begin to heat up oil for frying on medium heat. The oil should be at least 1 inch deep.
  • Clean & pat dry wings and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder and a dusting of cornstarch. Mix everything together and set aside.
  • Once oil is ready for frying, begin to fry the wings. This should take about 7-10 minutes. Flip occasionally so the skin gets crispy and golden brown and the chicken is 165 degrees internally.
  • While the wings are cooking, start to make the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat combine the honey, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, garlic and soy sauce. Stir until it starts to bubble.
  • Mix together the cornstarch and water before adding to the sauce. Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and stir. Reduce the head to medium low and let the sauce thicken. It shouldn’t be runny but not too thick. When dripping from a spoon it should have slow drips.
  • Toss the wings with the sauce. Add fresh chopped scallions on top. Eat and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 338mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 477IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Author: August DeWindt
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 382
Keyword: Chicken, fried
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