– 2 pounds chicken wings
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is recommended)
– 1/4 cup honey
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons sriracha or your favorite hot sauce
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
– Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Making Spicy Orange Chicken Wings is straightforward if you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures crispy wings.
2. Prepare Wings: Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings. In a bowl, toss them with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Bake Wings: Lay the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
4. Make Sauce: While the wings bake, combine orange juice, honey, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer.
5. Thicken Sauce: Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Add it to the simmering sauce, whisking to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6. Coat Wings: Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oven. Place them in a large bowl and pour the warm sauce over them. Toss until well coated.
7. Final Bake: Return the coated wings to the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes for a sticky finish.
8. Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
By following these simple steps, you’ll create a batch of incredible spicy orange chicken wings that are sure to impress.