Spicy Honey-Glazed Chicken Wings recipe

Spicy Honey-Glazed Chicken Wings

by Diana Opoti (@dianaopotieats)
Prep Time
40min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
1hr 5min

Deliciously sticky and spicy chicken wings glazed with honey and garnished with fresh spring onions and red chilies.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = approximately 125 grams of chicken wings)

For the Marinade

  • 500g
    chicken wings
  • 4clove
    garlic, finely chopped
  • 1piece
    medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 1bundle
    coriander, finely chopped
  • 1tsp
    red wine vinegar
  • 1tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1tsp
    dried mixed herbs
  • 1tsp
    chili flakes
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

For Cooking

  • 2tbsp
    vegetable oil
  • 3tbsp
    honey
  • 1cup
    white wine

For Garnish

  • Spring onion, finely chopped
  • Fresh red chilies, finely chopped

How to make Spicy Honey-Glazed Chicken Wings

Prepare the Marinade

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped garlic, red onion, coriander, red wine vinegar, olive oil, dried mixed herbs, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

    Step 1.1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped garlic, red onion, coriander, red wine vinegar, olive oil, dried mixed herbs, salt, pepper, and chili flakes
  2. Add the chicken wings to the bowl of marinade, and coat them well, ensuring each wing is covered with the marinade. Let the wings marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors. You can cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator while marinating.

    Step 1.1: Add the chicken wings to the bowl of marinade, and coat them well, ensuring each wing is covered with the marinade
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. Add the marinated chicken wings in a single layer. Sear for about 2 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown.

    Step 1.1: Add the marinated chicken wings in a single layer
  5. Once browned, remove the wings from the pan and set aside. Drain any excess oil from the pan.

Glaze the Chicken with Honey

  1. In a clean pan, pour in the honey over low heat. Allow it to warm up slightly until it becomes more fluid.

  2. Add the browned chicken wings to the pan, and toss them in the honey to coat each wing evenly. Cook on low heat for 5 minutes, allowing the honey to caramelize and stick to the wings.

    Step 2.1: Add the browned chicken wings to the pan, and toss them in the honey to coat each wing evenly
  3. Add any remaining marinade to the pan, followed by the white wine.

  4. Stir gently to combine, then cook over very low heat for about 15 minutes. Baste the wings occasionally, coating them in the syrupy sauce as the wine reduces.

    Step 2.1: Stir gently to combine, then cook over very low heat for about 15 minutes
  5. Continue to cook until the sauce thickens and becomes a sticky glaze over the wings.

  6. Transfer the glazed wings to a serving plate.

  7. Sprinkle finely chopped spring onion and red chilies over the wings for a fresh, vibrant garnish.

  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your spicy, sticky, honey-glazed chicken wings!

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken wings overnight.

  2. For extra-crispy skin, pat the wings dry with paper towels before browning. This removes excess moisture and helps them sear nicely in the oil, creating a better texture that holds up under the glaze.

  3. When adding honey to the pan, keep the heat very low. Honey burns quickly, so cooking at a gentle heat helps it caramelize slowly without becoming bitter or sticky in the wrong way.