Sticky wings that disappear quickly are definitely a crowd-pleaser! Here’s a recipe for **Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Wings** that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering. These wings are coated in a sweet and savory glaze that caramelizes beautifully, making them irresistible.

### **Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Wings**

**Ingredients:**

**For the Wings:**

– 2 pounds chicken wings (about 24 wings)
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for added flavor)

**For the Sticky Glaze:**
– 1/2 cup honey
– 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
– 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
– 2 green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)

**Instructions:**

Read more on next page

1. **Prepare the Wings:**
– Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
– Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps them become crispy.
– In a large bowl, toss the wings with vegetable oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika if using.

2. **Bake the Wings:**
– Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased rack set over a baking sheet.
– Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the wings are crispy and golden brown, flipping them halfway through for even cooking.

3. **Prepare the Glaze:**
– While the wings are baking, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and rice vinegar.
– Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
– Once it begins to simmer, stir in the cornstarch-water mixture to thicken the glaze. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
– Remove from heat.

4. **Coat the Wings:**
– Once the wings are baked, transfer them to a large bowl.
– Pour the sticky glaze over the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.

5. **Serve:**
– Transfer the glazed wings to a serving platter.
– Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

6. **Optional Final Step:**
– For an extra sticky and caramelized finish, you can briefly broil the glazed wings on high for 2-3 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.

**Tips:**
– **Crispier Wings:** For even crispier wings, consider using a wire rack on the baking sheet to allow air circulation around the wings.
– **Make Ahead:** You can prepare the glaze in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat before using.
– **Serving Suggestions:** These wings are perfect on their own or with a side of celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.

This recipe is sure to be a hit, as the combination of sweet honey, savory soy sauce, and aromatic garlic creates a mouthwatering glaze that makes these wings hard to resist. Enjoy!