Heart-Healthy Teriyaki Chicken Wings
Elevate your appetizer game with these Heart-Healthy Teriyaki Chicken Wings, a flavorful twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for health-conscious foodies. Featuring tender, oven-baked chicken wings brushed with a homemade teriyaki sauce, this recipe combines the rich umami of low-sodium soy sauce, the natural sweetness of honey, and the zing of fresh ginger and garlic for a balanced, guilt-free indulgence. Unlike traditional fried wings, these are roasted to golden perfection and then caramelized for a sticky, savory finish. Garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour, these wings make a crowd-pleasing snack or party appetizer while supporting a heart-healthy lifestyle. Perfectly seasoned, lighter on sodium, and heavy on flavor, they’re sure to become your new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken wings
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tbsp Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Lightly grease the surface with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the chicken wings with olive oil, sprinkle with ground black pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
Arrange the chicken wings on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring the pieces do not touch. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
While the wings are baking, prepare the heart-healthy teriyaki sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly to thicken the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat and set aside.
After 20 minutes of baking, remove the wings from the oven and carefully brush them with the prepared teriyaki sauce. Flip the wings over, brush the other side with sauce, and return them to the oven for another 10-15 minutes, or until fully cooked and caramelized.
Once the wings are done, transfer them to a serving platter and drizzle with any remaining teriyaki sauce. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy teriyaki chicken wings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3076 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 212.4 g | 272% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.3 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 58.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1016 mg | 339% | |
| Sodium | 5793 mg | 252% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 185.2 g | 370% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1697 mg | 36% | |
*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.
