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Sweet and Spicy Wings

These Asian inspired wings are sweet, spicy, and sticky. Grilledor baked these saucy wings will keep you going back for more. 
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Resting time10 mins
Total Time45 mins
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Keyword: asian, wings
Servings: 5

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds chicken wings

Dry Rub-

  • ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Sauce-

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • ¼ cup coconut aminos or soy sauce
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • zest of half of a lime
  • ½ tablespoon sesame oil
  • ½ tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger minced or grated
  • 2 garlic cloves minced or pressed
  • 1-2 tablespoon chili garlic sauce, or more, to taste

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients of the dry rub, set aside.
  • Place chicken wings in a large bowl, sprinkle in the dry rub mixture and use your hands to massage it into all of the chicken wings, coating evenly. If you are in a hurry, let the chicken sit for 10 minutes before cooking. If you have the time and would like a crispier wing, lay chicken wings in a single layer on a baking sheet and place in the refrigerator uncovered for at least an hour, ideally overnight.
  • If marinating the chicken overnight, a half-hour before serving, take the wings out of the refrigerator.
  • Cook the chicken- Grill- On medium to high heat, use indirect heat to initially cook the wings for about 5 minutes each side while covered. Transfer wings on to coals (or flames if using a gas grill) and cook for an additional 7-10 minutes turning until you get the desired golden brown color on each side without burning.
    Bake-Preheat the oven to 425F with the rack in the middle position. Place a wire rack on top of a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet, grease the racks with cooking spray or oil. Place chicken on the wire rack/baking sheet in a single layer. Note- Do not over crowed the baking sheet. You may need to do it on two baking sheets or in two batches. Bake for 25 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through.
  • In a small pot, combine all of the sauce ingredients. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
  • Stirring occasionally, cook until the sauce has thickened. About 10 minutes.
  • Place the cooked chicken in a large bowl and pour the sauce over them. Toss until evenly coated and serve.