Never Fail Chicken Wings
Crispy, caramelized, and bursting with flavor, these Never Fail Chicken Wings are your ultimate game-day or party appetizer! This foolproof recipe combines the perfect balance of spice and sweetness, thanks to a mouthwatering glaze made with soy sauce, honey, and optional hot sauce for a zesty kick. The secret to irresistibly crispy wings? A light coating of baking powder and spices paired with baking on a wire rack for even heat and air circulation. Finished with a sticky, savory sauce that bakes into the wings for a beautifully caramelized finish, these wings are guaranteed to disappear in minutes. Ready in just over an hour and perfect for any occasion, this recipe is a must-try crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 stalks green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the rack with cooking spray or oil.
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove any moisture. This is essential for crispy wings.
In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
Arrange the wings on the prepared wire rack, making sure they are not touching each other to allow proper air circulation.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Flip them over and bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, honey, hot sauce (if using), butter, brown sugar, and white vinegar. Stir and let it simmer for 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Once the wings are fully cooked, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the prepared sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
Return the coated wings to the wire rack and bake for another 5 minutes to let the sauce caramelize slightly.
Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy as-is!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.0 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.1 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 51.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1078 mg | 359% | |
| Sodium | 11899 mg | 517% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.0 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.7 g | ||
| Protein | 183.8 g | 368% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2160 mg | 46% | |
*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.
