Honey-Garlic Glazed Baked Chicken Wings
These Honey-Garlic Glazed Baked Chicken Wings are the ultimate party appetizer! Perfectly tender and flavorful, these wings are coated in a sweet and savory sauce that combines honey, soy sauce, and ketchup with a hint of garlic. As they bake, the sauce caramelizes to create a mouthwatering glaze that will have your guests coming back for more. This recipe includes a smart technique to reserve part of the sauce for a final glaze, ensuring maximum flavor in every bite. Serve these alongside white rice for a complete meal or as a tasty finger food at your next gathering.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken wings
3 lbs (clean and pat dry)
olive oil
2 tablespoons (n/a)
soy sauce
1/2 cup (n/a)
ketchup
2 tablespoons (n/a)
honey
1 cup (n/a)
garlic clove
1 (minced)
salt
to taste (n/a)
pepper
to taste (n/a)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
3
Place the cleaned and dried chicken wings in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
4
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken wings, ensuring they are evenly coated.
5
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
6
After 45 minutes, remove the foil, drain the excess sauce, and reserve about 1/3 of the sauce for later.
7
Continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize and the wings to crisp up.
8
In the last 10 minutes of cooking, pour the reserved sauce over the wings for an added layer of flavor.
9
Once the wings are golden and caramelized, remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pounds of wings are needed for this recipe?
You will need 3 lbs of chicken wings.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
What size baking dish is best for these wings?
A 9x13 inch baking dish is recommended for this recipe.
What are the main ingredients in the honey-garlic sauce?
The sauce is made from olive oil, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
How much honey do I need?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of honey.
How much soy sauce is required?
You will need 1/2 cup of soy sauce.
How much ketchup is used in the glaze?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of ketchup.
Do I need to use fresh garlic?
The recipe specifies using 1 minced garlic clove for the best flavor.
How much olive oil is used?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
How should I prepare the chicken wings before baking?
The wings should be cleaned and patted dry before being placed in the baking dish.
Do I need to cover the wings while they bake?
Yes, cover the baking dish with aluminum foil for the first 45 minutes of baking.
What is the first baking interval?
The wings first bake covered for 45 minutes.
Why do I need to reserve some of the sauce?
Reserving 1/3 of the sauce allows you to add a fresh layer of glaze at the end for maximum flavor.
When do I remove the aluminum foil?
Remove the foil after the initial 45 minutes of baking.
How long do the wings bake uncovered?
The wings bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes to caramelize and crisp up.
When should the reserved sauce be added?
Pour the reserved sauce over the wings during the last 10 minutes of the total cooking time.
What is the total cooking time for these wings?
The total baking time is approximately 60 minutes.
What should I do with the excess sauce after 45 minutes?
Drain the excess sauce from the dish and reserve about 1/3 of it for the final glaze.
Can I serve these wings as a main course?
Yes, they can be served with white rice for a complete and delicious meal.
Is this recipe suitable for parties?
Absolutely, these honey-garlic wings are described as the ultimate party appetizer.
How do the wings get their glaze?
The combination of honey and soy sauce caramelizes in the oven, especially during the final uncovered baking stage.
Should I let the wings rest after cooking?
Yes, let the wings rest for a few minutes after removing them from the oven before serving.
What flavor profile can I expect?
These wings offer a sweet and savory flavor with a hint of garlic and a sticky caramelized glaze.
Can I adjust the salt and pepper?
Yes, salt and pepper should be added to taste.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for cooks of all levels.
What makes the wings tender?
Baking them covered for the majority of the time helps keep the meat tender while the sauce infuses flavor.
What type of food category does this fall under?
It is primarily categorized as an appetizer or party food.
Do I need to mix the sauce separately?
Yes, mix all the sauce ingredients in a large mixing bowl before pouring them over the chicken.
How do I ensure the wings are evenly coated?
Pour the sauce mixture over the wings in the baking dish and toss or stir to ensure every wing is covered.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
The tags include chicken wings, appetizer, baked wings, honey garlic, party food, glazed chicken, and easy recipe.