Imagine sinking your teeth into the most mouthwatering chicken wings that perfectly balance sweet and savory flavors. These Baked Brown Sugar Wings are about to become your new obsession! Forget boring, dry chicken wings – this recipe transforms ordinary wings into a caramelized, crispy delicacy that will have your family and friends begging for more. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's sure to become a staple in your cooking repertoire.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure that your wings cook evenly and become crispy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 1/4 cup of vegetable oil, 1 tsp of garlic powder, and 1 tsp of black pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until the brown sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
- Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This step is important to ensure the wings get crispy in the oven.
- Add the chicken wings to the bowl with the marinade. Toss the wings in the mixture until they are evenly coated. For best results, let them marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup and place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet. This will allow the heat to circulate around the wings, helping them to crisp up.
- Arrange the marinated chicken wings in a single layer on the wire rack. Make sure they are not touching each other to ensure even cooking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the wings for 40 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure they cook evenly on both sides.
- Once the wings are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute within the wings.
- Serve the baked brown sugar wings hot, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy your delicious, sweet, and savory wings!
Tips
- Pat the wings completely dry before marinating to ensure maximum crispiness.
- For extra flavor, marinate the wings for up to 1 hour before cooking.
- Use a wire rack on your baking sheet to allow air circulation and create crispy wings all around.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet – give each wing some space to ensure even cooking.
- Flip the wings halfway through cooking to get an even golden-brown color on both sides.
- Let the wings rest for a few minutes after cooking to lock in the juices.
- For an extra touch, garnish with chopped green onions or a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.
- If you like extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 110mg
