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Sweet Chili Wings

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Sweet Chili Wings are crispy, juicy chicken wings coated in a sticky, tangy glaze made from Thai sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and garlic — perfectly balanced between sweet, spicy, and savory.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken wings (split into drumettes and flats)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp baking powder (optional, for crispness)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil
  • 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1–2 tsp chili paste (sambal oelek or Sriracha)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water (optional, for thickening)
  • Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven or air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and baking powder. Toss wings in the seasoning, drizzle with olive oil, and coat evenly.
  3. Air fryer: Place wings in a single layer and cook for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Oven: Bake on a wire rack over a baking sheet for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway.
  4. While wings cook, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, chili paste, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, and optional ginger. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. If desired, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 more minutes until glossy.
  5. Once wings are done, place them in a bowl and pour the warm glaze over. Toss to coat evenly.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds, green onions, or chopped peanuts if desired.

Notes

  • Pat wings dry before seasoning — this helps them crisp up beautifully.
  • Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed for a gluten-free version.
  • Adjust heat by varying the chili paste amount — more for spicy, less for mild.
  • If sauce becomes too thick, thin with a little water or vinegar.
  • For boneless wings, reduce cook time by a few minutes.

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