Sweet and Tangy Baked Chicken Wings Recipe

Here’s  recipe Sweet and Tangy Baked Chicken Wings. These wings are packed with flavor, featuring a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. They’re oven-baked until crispy and coated in a delicious glaze, making them a hit at game days, parties, or casual dinners.

Ingredients:

3 pounds of chicken wings, cut into flats and drumettes.

1 tablespoon baking powder (helps with crispiness)

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

For the Sweet and Tangy Glaze:

1/2 cup honey

1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium)

1/4 cup ketchup

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon brown sugar

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon sriracha or hot sauce (optional, for heat)

1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Wings:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the rack with nonstick spray.

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps them become crispy.

In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.

2. Bake the Wings:

Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared rack, making sure they’re not touching.

Bake for (45_50)minutes  flipping halfway through  until the wings are golden brown and crispy.

3. Make the Glaze:

While the wings are baking, combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, garlic, and sriracha (if using) in a saucepan over medium heat.

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.

4. Coat the Wings:

Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large bowl.

Pour the glaze over the wings and toss to coat them evenly.

5. Serve:

Arrange the glazed wings on a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for garnish, if desired.

Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or extra glaze on the side.

Tips and Variations:

Air Fryer Option: Cook the wings in an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.

Spicy Kick: Add extra sriracha or a pinch of chili flakes to the glaze for more heat.

Crispier Wings: For extra crispiness, broil the wings for the last 2-3 minutes after glazing.

These Sweet and Tangy Baked Chicken Wings are a perfect blend of flavors and textures—crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and covered in a sticky, irresistible glaze!