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Mac’s Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Wings Recipe

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4.1 from 12 reviews

Mac’s Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are baked to golden perfection and coated in a sticky, flavorful honey garlic sauce. These wings balance sweetness, tanginess, and a hint of spice, making them an irresistible appetizer or snack perfect for gatherings or casual meals.

  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 13 servings

Ingredients

Chicken Wings

  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1.5 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Honey Garlic Sauce

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos (or substitute soy sauce)
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic (about 3-4 cloves)
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water

Garnish

  • Green onions, chopped
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare wings: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray the rack with non-stick cooking spray. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure maximum crispiness during baking.
  2. Coat wings with seasoning: In a large bowl, combine baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the wings and toss thoroughly until wings are evenly coated with the dry mixture.
  3. Bake the wings: Arrange the coated wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then flip the wings and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until wings are crispy and golden brown.
  4. Prepare the sauce: While wings bake, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, minced garlic, water, grated ginger (if using), sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  5. Thicken the sauce: Mix the dissolved cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Slowly pour this into the simmering sauce while stirring constantly. Cook the sauce 3-5 minutes until it thickens, then remove from heat.
  6. Toss wings with sauce: When wings are done, remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Place wings in a large bowl and pour the thickened honey garlic sauce over them. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all wings evenly.
  7. Serve and garnish: Transfer the coated wings to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Patting wings dry before baking is essential for crispy skin.
  • Baking powder helps create extra crispiness without frying.
  • Cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce without clumping; add gradually and stir continuously.
  • For more heat, increase red pepper flakes or add cayenne pepper.
  • If coconut aminos aren’t available, soy sauce is a great substitute.
  • Let wings cool slightly before tossing in sauce to retain crispiness.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/macs-crispy-honey-garlic-chicken-wings-recipe/