Quick and savory Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
Ready to be the life of the party? Listen, these Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are your ticket to culinary stardom. I’m talking about wings so irresistibly crispy and saucy, your guests won’t be able to stop at just one. Forget those bland, store-bought wings. With this recipe, you’re not just tossing together some chicken and sauce; you’re crafting a masterpiece of flavor. It’s the kind of dish that doesn’t just satisfy hunger—it creates memories. You know what they say, “go big or go home,” and trust me, these wings are your ‘go big’ moment.
Chicken Wings: You can also use drumettes or boneless chicken if you prefer. Salt and Pepper: The basics for seasoning. Feel free to sub in your favorite all-purpose seasoning if you want to get fancy. Green Onions: These are for garnish and a pop of color. Optional but highly recommended.
Water: The base for your sauce. Nothing fancy here, just good ol’ H2O. Molasses: Adds a rich, deep sweetness. Dark corn syrup or brown sugar can step in if needed. Honey: The namesake ingredient, providing that natural sweetness. Maple syrup is a good alternative. Garlic: Bringing in that sharp, savory kick. If you’re out, garlic powder will do in a pinch. Onion Powder: For added depth and flavor. Fresh minced onion works too. Brown Sugar: Adds sweetness and helps thicken the sauce. White sugar or more honey can also work.
You won’t believe how easy these honey garlic chicken wings are to make. Seriously, they’re a game-changer for wing night. Let’s get to it! First off, heat your oven to 425℉ and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If your wings are whole, go ahead and chop them up at the joints, getting rid of the wingtips. Season them with some salt and pepper. Trust me, this little step goes a long way. Now, lay those wings out on your prepped baking sheet and toss them in the oven. Bake them for about 35 to 45 minutes, depending on how crispy you like ’em. While they’re doing their thing, let’s move on to the sauce. Grab a small saucepan, and combine water, molasses, honey, minced garlic, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Turn the heat to medium and bring it to a boil. Then, reduce the heat and let it simmer until it’s reduced by half and thickened up. Should take about 5 minutes. Once the wings are done, take them out and put them in a large bowl. Pour that gorgeous sauce all over them and give them a good toss to coat. Make sure each wing gets some love. Optional, but if you want to elevate these wings even more, garnish with some chopped green onions. And just like that, you’ve got yourself the tastiest honey garlic chicken wings.
Storage
If you have any leftovers—though I doubt you will—simply place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 to 4 days. Want to keep them longer? No problem! These wings freeze well. Just wrap them individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a zip-top freezer bag and freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, you can either thaw them in the fridge overnight and then bake in a 350°F oven until heated through, or go straight from the freezer to the oven, just adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time. Either way, they’ll still have that finger-licking goodness!
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