Sweet and Spicy Orange-Glazed Chicken Wings
Oven-baked chicken wings coated in a sticky orange glaze infused with garlic, ginger, and a hint of chili for a perfect party snack. This chinese-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs tips removed chicken wings, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, tips removed chicken wings
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water cornstarch slurry
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 2 lbs chicken wings dry, then toss with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp baking powder until evenly coated. Place wings on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Bake wings for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway, until skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 1 tsp orange zest, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp minced ginger, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 4: Stir in the cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tsp water) and cook for 1-2 minutes until glaze thickens and becomes shiny.
- Step 5: Toss the baked wings in the orange glaze until fully coated. Serve immediately for sticky, sweet, and spicy wings.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sweet and Spicy Orange-Glazed Chicken Wings take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (10 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sweet and Spicy Orange-Glazed Chicken Wings?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tips removed chicken wings from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sweet and Spicy Orange-Glazed Chicken Wings?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sweet and Spicy Orange-Glazed Chicken Wings for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sweet and Spicy Orange-Glazed Chicken Wings?
Chinese chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
