Looking for the perfect chicken wing recipe? You’ve found it. These wings are the ultimate combination of sweet, spicy, and savory, with a sticky glaze that will have everyone coming back for more.
The secret is in the simple but powerful glaze, made with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, sriracha, and a hint of ginger. This recipe is perfect for a party, game day, or any easy weeknight meal. Plus, we’re giving you instructions for both grilling and baking, so you can make them any time of year!
🍲 What You’ll Need
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot chili-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha)
- 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 16 chicken wings
- Vegetable oil (for brushing)
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground black pepper
🧑🍳 How to Make It
1. Make the Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, sriracha, dark sesame oil, and grated ginger together until combined. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Wings
Trim any excess skin from the edges of the chicken wings. Pat them dry with a paper towel (this helps them get crispy). Lightly brush or spray the wings with vegetable oil, and season them with salt and pepper to taste.
🔥 Method 1: Grilling Instructions
- Preheat your grill for Direct Medium heat.
- Place the seasoned wings on the grill. Cook until the skin begins to crisp, about 10 minutes, turning them once or twice.
- Brush the wings generously with the glaze. Continue to grill until the meat is no longer pink at the bone, which should take another 8 to 10 minutes.
- During this time, continue to turn and brush the wings with the remaining glaze 2 or 3 more times. The glaze will thicken and caramelize.
- Serve warm.
♨️ Method 2: Baking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the seasoned wings on a wire rack set inside a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the skin is lightly golden.
- Remove the wings from the oven. Slather them in the glaze, coating them completely.
- Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
- Return the wings to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the skin is deep brown and the sauce has thickened and caramelized.
- Serve warm.