Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

Ingredients

Chicken Wings:

• 30 wings
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Honey Garlic Sauce:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 1/2 cup honey
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken Wings:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   • In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Toss to coat the wings evenly.
   • Spread the wings out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown, flipping halfway through.
2. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:
   • While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, honey, water, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
   • Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture begins to simmer.
3. Thicken the Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry.
   • Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
4. Coat the Wings:
   • Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the wings and toss until they are thoroughly coated.
5. Serve and Garnish:
   • Arrange the coated wings on a serving platter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish.

Enjoy these deliciously sticky honey garlic wings hot!