Delicious honey soy garlic chicken wings recipe that hits all the right notes. These wings are coated in a sticky, savory honey and sesame glaze and cooked to crispy perfection, perfect as a flavorful appetizer or a fun comfort food fix. Made with simple ingredients, they’re easy to whip up and guaranteed to impress!
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These crispy pan-fried honey garlic soy chicken wings make the perfect appetizer or side dish. Cooked with minimal oil, they still deliver a juicy, crispy texture. Each bite is a flavorful balance of sweet, sour, and spicy.
Unlike deep-fried chicken wings these soy garlic wings are pan-fried with less oil, yet they are crispy and juicy. The marinated wings can also be baked, air fried or deep fried as per preference. This recipe explains how to fry them in the air fryer or bake them in the oven too.
This recipe is inspired by Korean fried chicken wings, which are seen in popular K-dramas. These crispy chicken wings are perfect for game nights, parties, or comfort food nights.
Check the honey garlic chicken recipe if you want to make this recipe gluten-free or want to make this soy and garlic chicken using chicken thighs.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bold flavor without too much fuss.
- Easy to make with pantry staples.
- It can be baked, fried, or air-fried.
- Great as an appetizer, party snack, or main course.
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Ingredients
A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found on the Recipe Card below.
Chicken Wings: I cut them in half from the joint, but they can also be used as whole chicken wings.
Flour: A mixture of all-purpose flour and cornflour (cornstarch).
Garlic: Minced or finely chopped fresh garlic is used to make the sauce.
Spices: Paprika or red chili powder, crushed black peppercorns, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
Soy Garlic Sauce Mix: Dark soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper powder.
Oil for pan frying and preparing the sauce. I like using light olive oil.
Garnish: Toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped spring onion or scallions.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a large mixing bowl, combine 800 grams of chicken wings with paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, all-purpose flour, and cornstarch.
Add 1⁄4 cup of water and mix thoroughly until the wings are coated in a thick, paste-like marinade.
Let them rest and marinate for about 10 minutes.
Step 2: Fry the Chicken Wings
Heat ½ cup of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
Fry for a few minutes on each side until golden brown, crispy on the outside, and fully cooked through—this should take about 10–15 minutes.
Repeat as needed until all the wings are fried.
Step 3: Make the Soy Garlic Sauce
In a small bowl, combine 2½ tablespoons soy sauce, 1½ tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and ½ teaspoon crushed black peppercorns. Set aside.
Step 4: Sauté Aromatics
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat in a large wok or skillet. Add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped garlic and 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes. Sauté for 10–15 seconds, just until fragrant—be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 5: Cook the Sauce
Pour in the soy sauce mixture and let it simmer for about 2 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly into a sticky glaze.
Step 6: Coat the Chicken
Add the fried chicken wings to the wok and toss them in the soy garlic glaze until each piece is evenly coated and glossy.
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Finish by sprinkling toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions over the top. Serve it hot and enjoy!
Tips
- Double-fry for extra crispiness: Want super crispy wings? Fry them once, then give them a quick second fry in hot oil. It’s a game-changer for that crunchy texture.
- Sesame oil = flavor bomb: A little sesame oil in the sauce adds that perfect nutty depth. But if you’re making a big batch for a crowd, consider skipping the sesame oil and seeds—just in case of allergies.
- Sauce while they’re hot: Toss the wings in the sauce right after frying, while they’re still hot and crunchy. This helps the sauce stick better and keeps them from going soggy.
- No honey? No problem: You can swap honey with maple syrup, corn syrup, or brown sugar. Both work great and still give that nice sweet balance.
Soy Garlic Chicken Wings In the Air Fryer
- To cook the chicken wings in an air fryer, start by lining the basket with air fryer-safe parchment paper.
- Arrange the marinated wings in a single layer, making sure to leave space between each piece for even cooking.
- Lightly spray the wings with oil to help them crisp up.
- Air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes, then flip the wings and cook for another 10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Once done, toss the hot, crispy wings in the prepared soy garlic sauce until well coated. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Baked Soy Garlic Chicken Wings In the Oven
- To bake the chicken wings, preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) for about 10 minutes.
- Place a wire rack over a baking tray and arrange the marinated wings in a single layer, leaving space between each piece for proper airflow and even cooking.
- Lightly spray the wings with oil, then bake for 10 minutes. Flip the wings, spray a little more oil, and bake for another 10 minutes or until they’re golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Once done, toss the hot, crispy wings in the prepared soy garlic sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Ingredients
For the Chicken Wings
- 800 gms chicken wings
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- ½ tsp black pepper powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- ½ cup oil for frying
For the Soy Garlic Sauce
- 2½ tbsp soy sauce
- 1½ tbsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp crushed black peppercorns
Aromatics
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
Garnish (Optional)
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Finely chopped green onions
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a large bowl, mix the chicken wings with paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, flour, and cornstarch. Add water and toss well to coat the wings in a thick, pasty marinade. Let it sit for 10 minutes.800 gms chicken wings, 1 tsp paprika powder, ½ tsp black pepper powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, ½ tsp salt, 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1/4 cup water
Fry the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the wings in batches, spacing them apart. Cook for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.½ cup oil
Mix the Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and crushed black peppercorns. Set aside.2½ tbsp soy sauce, 1½ tbsp honey, 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, ½ tsp crushed black peppercorns
Sauté Aromatics:
- In a large wok or pan, heat 1 tbsp oil. Add garlic and chili flakes. Sauté for 10–15 seconds until fragrant.1 tbsp oil, 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic, 1 tsp red chili flakes
Simmer the Sauce:
- Add the soy honey mixture to the pan and simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Glaze the Wings:
- Add the fried wings to the sauce. Toss well to coat every piece with the sticky glaze.
Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve it hot and enjoy!Toasted sesame seeds, Finely chopped green onions
Notes
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Arrange marinated wings in a single layer with space between them. Spray lightly with oil.
Air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes, flip, and cook for another 10 minutes, or until crispy and cooked through. Oven-Baked:
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Place a wire rack on a baking tray and arrange the wings in a single layer. Spray with oil and bake for 10 minutes. Flip the wings, spray again, and bake for another 10 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
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