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grilled chicken wings recipe Charred Honey-Chili Lacquer
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This grilled chicken wings recipe delivers crispy skin, smoky flavor, and a delightfully sticky, sweet-spicy glaze, making it a quick and impressive family dinner solution.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings (split into flats and drumettes)
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 Tbsp chili garlic sauce
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 Tbsp fresh ginger (finely minced)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (finely minced)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep the Wings: Pat the chicken wings extremely dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
- Make the Lacquer: In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, minced fresh ginger, and minced fresh garlic. Stir until thoroughly combined.
- Marinate: Place the dry wings into a large bowl or a sturdy zip-top bag. Pour about half of the Charred Honey-Chili Lacquer over the wings, tossing to coat evenly. Let marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your outdoor grill to a medium-high temperature, aiming for 400-450 degrees F (200-230 degrees C). Ensure the grill grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
- Grill the Wings: Arrange the marinated wings on the preheated grill in a single layer, leaving some space between each. Cook for 20-25 minutes, turning every 5-7 minutes, until they look golden brown and are cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Glaze and Finish: During the last 5-7 minutes of grilling, baste the wings frequently with the remaining Charred Honey-Chili Lacquer. Continue turning them until the glaze is sticky, caramelized, and beautiful. For extra char, increase the heat slightly for the final minute or two.
Notes
For crispy skin, pat chicken wings extremely dry. For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. For lower fat, consider using skinless chicken wings. Marination can be done overnight for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American (Fusion)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 wings (approx 150 g)
- Calories: 400 calories
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: grilled chicken wings, honey chili, sticky glaze, family dinner, easy, quick, spicy, sweet, char, weeknight meal
