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Crispy Oven Baked Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Wings

A close-up of oven-baked Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Wings coated in a glistening, vibrant red glaze.
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Bake chicken wings in the oven until crispy, then toss them in a thick, sticky sweet chili glaze for a flavorful, non-fried result.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top of the sheet.
  2. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is crucial for crispiness.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the dry wings with baking powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they do not touch.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes. Flip the wings and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and very crisp.
  6. While the wings finish baking, prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the sweet chili sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring until the mixture simmers and thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  7. Remove the crispy wings from the oven and immediately transfer them to a large, clean bowl.
  8. Pour the warm glaze over the wings and toss quickly until every piece is fully coated and sticky.
  9. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Using a wire rack allows air to circulate completely around the wings, which helps the bottom crisp up.
  • Do not skip drying the wings; excess moisture prevents crisping.
  • If you prefer a spicier wing, add 1/2 teaspoon of sriracha to the glaze mixture.

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