Five Spice Chicken Wings
Get ready to wow your taste buds with these irresistible Five Spice Chicken Wings, a perfect fusion of sweet, savory, and aromatic Asian flavors. Marinated in a bold blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and the warm, earthy notes of Chinese five-spice powder, these wings are oven-baked to golden perfection, delivering that coveted crispy texture thanks to a clever dusting of baking powder. The rich marinade, infused with garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, doubles as a glaze, ensuring every bite is packed with bold flavor. Garnished with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds, these wings make an eye-catching appetizer or game-day snack. Quick to prepare and utterly satisfying, this crowd-pleasing recipe brings restaurant-quality Chinese-inspired wings right to your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, Chinese five-spice powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to make the marinade.
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a resealable plastic bag or a large container.
Pour half of the marinade over the chicken wings, reserving the other half for later. Seal the bag or cover the container, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Remove the wings from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. Sprinkle the baking powder mixture evenly over the wings to help achieve a crispy texture.
Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they are not touching.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then flip them over and bake for another 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
While the wings are baking, heat the reserved marinade in a small saucepan over low heat. Let it simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened, ensuring it comes to a boil to make it safe to use.
Once the wings are fully cooked, brush them with the thickened marinade for an extra layer of flavor.
Garnish the wings with green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce or as-is for a delicious, aromatic appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.7 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 191 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 1270 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 524 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
