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Sticky Orange Chicken Wings with Honey Glaze

A close-up of a pile of glistening Sticky Orange Chicken Wings with Honey Glaze served on a white plate.
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A recipe for making crispy chicken wings coated in a thick, sweet, and tangy orange and honey glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup orange juice, fresh squeezed preferred
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. Toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack.
  3. Bake the wings for 25 minutes. Flip them over and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, until the skin is golden and crisp.
  4. While the wings bake, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and orange zest.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
  7. Pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, whisking constantly. Continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens significantly into a sticky glaze. Remove from heat.
  8. Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour about two-thirds of the glaze over the hot wings. Toss well to coat every piece evenly.
  9. Return the glazed wings to the baking sheet. Bake for an additional 5 minutes to set the glaze.
  10. Remove from the oven, toss with the remaining glaze if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can briefly broil the wings for the last 2 minutes after glazing, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  • If you prefer an air fryer method, cook the seasoned wings at 380°F (195°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, then toss with the glaze and cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Substitute maple syrup for honey if you prefer a different sweetness profile.

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