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Flavorful Miso & Honey Marinated Chicken Wings with Sticky Glaze

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A quick and easy recipe for chicken wings marinated in a savory miso and sweet honey glaze, baked to crispy perfection with a sticky, flavorful coating.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
  • 3 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (regular or low sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together white miso paste, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper until smooth and fully combined.
  2. Add chicken wings to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each piece in the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1 to 2 hours.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). If using, place a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  4. Arrange marinated wings in a single layer on the wire rack or directly on the baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching. Reserve leftover marinade for glazing.
  5. Bake wings for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, sticky, and slightly caramelized. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  6. Pour reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook until thickened and syrupy, about 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  7. Brush the thickened glaze generously over the baked wings, then return to the oven for 3–5 minutes to set the glaze and achieve a glossy finish.
  8. Remove wings from oven, sprinkle with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately while hot and sticky.

Notes

For extra crispy skin, use a wire rack and broil wings for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching closely to avoid burning. Marinate wings for 1–2 hours for best flavor, but 15 minutes works in a pinch. Reduce leftover marinade separately to avoid soggy skin. Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free soy sauce substitute. Air fryer adaptation: cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, shaking halfway, then glaze and cook 2-3 minutes more.

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Keywords: chicken wings, miso, honey, sticky glaze, easy recipe, baked wings, umami, savory, sweet, quick dinner

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