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five spice chicken wings coated in a sticky glaze served on a dark rustic wooden table

Sticky Five-Spice Chicken Wings

Crispy chicken wings tossed in a sticky five-spice glaze with garlic, ginger, and soy. A bold, crowd-pleasing recipe perfect for parties or casual dinners.
Couverts4 servings
Preparation 10 minutes
Preparation time:40 minutes
estimated costs pp $3.75 per serving
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken wings split and tips removed
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder aluminum-free
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the glaze:

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • ½ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • Optional sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with a wire rack.
  • Pat the wings very dry with paper towels, then toss with baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Arrange the wings in a single layer on the rack.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, turning once, until the skin is crispy and golden.
  • While the wings bake, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, five-spice powder, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small saucepan.
  • Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Transfer the hot wings to a large bowl and toss immediately with the glaze until evenly coated.
  • Let the wings rest for 2 minutes so the sauce adheres.
  • Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Recipe Notes

Drying the wings thoroughly is the secret to achieving crispy skin without frying. Using a wire rack allows hot air to circulate, preventing soggy bottoms. For even deeper flavor, marinate the wings for a few hours before baking, then glaze them while still hot so the sauce clings perfectly.

Wine Tip

A slightly off-dry Riesling pairs beautifully with five-spice chicken wings, balancing the savory glaze with a touch of refreshing sweetness. If you prefer red, a light Pinot Noir works surprisingly well thanks to its bright acidity and subtle fruit notes.

Nutrition values

Serving: 1 portion | Calories: 470 kcal | Carbohydrates: 14 g | Protein: 32 g | Fat: 31 g | Saturated Fat: 8 g | Sodium: 620 mg | Sugar: 9 g
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Course; Appetizer / Chicken / Dinner