Sticky, savory, juicy: If that’s not the description for perfect chicken wings! And this recipe for honey garlic chicken guarantees you just that. They are perfect as finger food for a party or taste great with a salad as a light dinner. See for yourself and follow our simple recipe!
How to Make Our Honey Garlic Chicken
The combination of garlic and honey is one that has already achieved true cult status. No wonder, roasted garlic with its light caramel notes simply goes perfectly with sweet honey. At the same time, the onion brings a hearty umami note into play which makes it perfect for juicy chicken wings.
This flavor combination makes honey garlic chicken a dish you’ll want to eat again and again. What’s more, the preparation is really simple, because the oven does most of the work. Season the chicken wings with salt and pepper and then toss them in oil and cornstarch to make them extra crispy. While the chicken is simmering in the oven, prepare the sauce. For this you need honey, finely chopped garlic, soy sauce, some vinegar (preferably rice or apple cider vinegar) and a splash of water. Sauté the garlic until it browns slightly, deglaze with soy sauce and add the remaining ingredients. Simmer everything for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
Now the chicken wings should also be slowly cooked. Place them in a bowl and immediately pour the hot sauce over them. Toss well so that they are completely coated and serve the honey garlic chicken immediately. A yogurt-based dip goes just as well with this as some raw vegetables. Celery sticks are particularly popular, believe it or not.
Serve it as finger food at your next party or with the game! It’s best to have some paper towels ready right away, or enjoy honey garlic chicken as a quick weeknight dinner when you don’t feel like cooking much.
If you’re looking for more chicken dishes, we recommend trying our naked chicken chalupas with cilantro lime ranch dressing, Brazilian chicken pot pie, and our grilled lemon chicken.
Honey Garlic Chicken
Ingredients
For the chicken wings:
- 2 lb chicken wings
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
For the sauce:
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Season the chicken wings with salt and pepper, then toss them in the cornstarch until lightly coated. Add the oil and mix thoroughly.
- Spread the wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 35-40 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Flip them halfway through.
- Meanwhile, prepare the dipping sauce: Peel and mince the garlic. Heat some oil in a pan and briefly sauté the garlic. Add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and water. Simmer for about 3–5 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove the baked wings from the oven, place them in a large bowl, and immediately pour the hot sauce over them. Toss well until the wings are completely coated and serve immediately.