Mom's Hunchback Chicken Wings

Savor the bold, savory-sweet flavors of "Mom's Hunchback Chicken Wings," a family-favorite recipe that strikes the perfect balance between tender, juicy chicken and a crisp golden glaze. These oven-baked wings are marinated in a mouthwatering blend of soy sauce, honey, garlic, fresh ginger, and sesame oil, creating a deeply flavorful base with just a hint of heat from optional red chili flakes. To achieve their signature glaze, the reserved marinade is thickened with a quick cornstarch slurry, then brushed over the wings during the final bake for a sticky, caramelized finish. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onion slices, these irresistible wings are ideal for game-day snacks, potlucks, or casual family dinners. Ready in just an hour, they’re deliciously simple yet unforgettable. Perfect for SEO, this recipe is your go-to for “baked chicken wings,” “sticky glaze wings,” and “easy chicken appetizer.”

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Chicken wings
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using).

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the chicken wings, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and place a wire rack on top for even cooking.

Step 5

Remove the wings from the marinade and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared rack. Reserve the leftover marinade for later use.

Step 6

Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Meanwhile, transfer the reserved marinade to a small saucepan. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water into a slurry, then stir it into the marinade.

Step 8

Heat the saucepan over medium heat and bring the marinade to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a glaze (about 3–4 minutes). Remove from heat.

Step 9

Brush the baked wings with the glaze and return them to the oven for an additional 5–7 minutes to caramelize the sauce.

Step 10

Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1245.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3154.5

Total Fat 202.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 57.2g
Cholesterol 1016.0mg	0%
Sodium 8424.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 51.5g
Protein 191.3g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 377.0mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 2277.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 17.4%