No frying required – oven-baked and broiled for crisp edges

Sticky-sweet glaze with garlicky depth

Simple pantry ingredients

Ready in just over 30 minutes

Versatile – works as a main dish or appetizer

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the wings
Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. This removes excess moisture and helps the wings brown and crisp in the oven.

Step 2: Bake the wings
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or place a wire rack on top for extra airflow.
Arrange the wings in a single layer and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through so both sides brown evenly.

Step 3: Make the sweet soy garlic glaze
While the wings bake, prepare the glaze.
In a small saucepan, add the soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic.
In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to form a smooth slurry.
Stir the slurry into the saucepan and cook over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Remove from heat once bubbling.

Step 4: Coat the wings
Remove the baked wings from the oven and transfer them to a bowl.
Pour the warm glaze over the wings and toss until fully coated.

Step 5: Broil for a sticky finish
Return the glazed wings to the baking sheet.
Broil on high for 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
This step caramelizes the sauce and gives the wings their sticky, restaurant-style shine.

Step 6: Serve
Serve hot, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Tips for Best Results
Dry wings = crisp wings. Don’t skip patting them dry.

Watch carefully during broiling — the sugar in the glaze can burn quickly.

For extra crispiness, bake wings on a wire rack instead of directly on the pan.

Serving Suggestions
These wings pair well with:

Steamed rice or fried rice
Garlic noodles
Simple cucumber salad or slaw
Roasted vegetables

Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F or in an air fryer to restore crispness.

Variations to Try
Add chili flakes or chili oil for heat

Mix in grated ginger for extra depth

Swap honey for maple syrup

Finish with a squeeze of lime for balance