Shanghai Wings Copycat Chili's by Todd Wilbur

Recreate the irresistible sweet-and-spicy magic of Chili’s Shanghai Wings at home with this spot-on copycat recipe by Todd Wilbur. Perfectly fried chicken wings are coated in a glossy, flavor-packed sauce made with soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and a zing of ginger and garlic, perfectly balanced with a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. These wings are finished with a touch of elegance—sprinkles of sesame seeds and freshly chopped green onions—for a restaurant-worthy presentation. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's an easy yet impressive dish perfect for game day, parties, or satisfying your takeout cravings. Pair these crispy, sticky wings with your favorite sides for the ultimate homemade indulgence! Keywords: Shanghai Wings, Chili's copycat recipe, sweet and spicy wings, homemade chicken wings, Todd Wilbur recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken wings
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 2 tablespoons White vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 tablespoons Green onion, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the sauce by combining soy sauce, honey, white vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the simmering sauce while stirring continuously. Cook the sauce for 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove the sauce from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or frying pot to 375°F (190°C).

Step 5

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and carefully add them to the hot oil in small batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 6

Fry the wings for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the wings and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 7

Once all wings are fried, place them in a large mixing bowl. Pour the prepared sauce over the wings and toss until evenly coated.

Step 8

Transfer the coated wings to a serving platter and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Shanghai Wings!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2224.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	11379.8

Total Fat 1134.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 179.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 51.3g
Cholesterol 1016.0mg	0%
Sodium 8427.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g	0%
Total Sugars 126.0g
Protein 190.8g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 376.0mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2284.2mg	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: 86.7%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 6.8%