Honey Teriyaki Chicken Wings are salty-sweet and a little tangy and are downright irresistible if you're a wing-lover!
For more finger-licking wing recipes, check out these Game Day Wings.
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Mr. Juggling Act has been patiently trying to cultivate a little Patriot's lover in our 5-year-old son Ethan, but it's a lost cause. The same goes for game day food - if it's not hot dogs or chicken nuggets, Ethan is not interested. Forget the Buffalo Chicken Dip or my favorite chili - Ethan won't touch those with a ten-foot pole. {Sigh.}
Mr. Juggling Act shakes his head and shares with Olivia - who will eat just about anything. Secretly, though, I think he is happy he doesn't have to share too many of "his" game day snacks like these mouthwatering baked chicken wings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some questions (and answers!) readers often ask about our honey teriyaki chicken wings recipe.
Well, that's a little bit of a loaded question. Teriyaki sauce has too much salt and sugar to be considered healthy. However, my motto is always "all things in moderation," so I don't consider it unhealthy either.
I enjoy making my own sauces because I can control what goes into them. For instance, in this homemade teriyaki sauce, I can use a little less salt or honey if I prefer.
Chicken wings have a lot of skin and fat, which are not good for you. However, since these wings are baked, they are healthier than a deep-fried version.
Ingredients
This is meant to be a brief overview of this chicken recipe. For step-by-step instructions and a full printable recipe card with ingredients, please scroll down to the teal box below.
- Chicken Wings: Look for wings that are pink with yellowish skin. I choose grade-A chicken and stock up when it's on sale.
- Honey:
- Teriyaki Marinade: I like to use this marinade which is made with honey, molasses, rice wine, and soy sauce.
- Vegetable Oil: Any neutral oil will work.
- Seasonings: chili powder, garlic powder, ground ginger, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Garnishes (optional): scallions (you could also use chives) or sesame seeds
Ang's Tips
Chicken should always be cooked to an internal temperature of 165-degrees F according to FoodSafety.gov.
Variations
We recommend that you try our recipe for the first time just as it is written for the best results, as it has been tested that way.
However, the next time you make it, you might consider one of these different ways of making this great recipe.
- Substitute brown sugar, or even maple syrup, for the honey.
- If you have it on hand, you can use 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger instead of ground ginger.
- For really crispy wings, add a baking rack on top of a baking sheet. Add the wings in a single layer on the wire rack and bake as directed.
- You can use this same method to make hot buffalo chicken wings.
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Serving Suggestions
Usually, we just eat these teriyaki wings just like they are when they come out of the oven! However, you can also garnish them with sesame seeds or diced green onions.
Similar Recipes
We probably don't make wings around here nearly as much as my husband would like! However, when we do, they are always amazing. Next time, try one of these yummy recipes:
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Storage
To Store: Once the wings have cooled to room temperature, transfer the cooked leftover wings to an airtight container. Refrigerate for 3-4 days.
To Reheat: Place the wings in an oven safe dish and cover with aluminum foil. Place into a 300F oven and bake until warmed through.
These Honey Teriyaki Chicken Wings aren't spicy, though you could add a little heat by increasing the chili powder or adding cayenne pepper. They are sweet from the honey and the teriyaki and ginger flavors are a nice compliment to the sweetness. You're going to love them!
Honey Teriyaki Chicken Wings
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Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken wings
- ½ cup honey
- ⅓ cup Teriyaki marinade
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and Black Pepper
- scallions for garnish - you could also use chives
Instructions
Marinating the Wings
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, teriyaki marinade, oil, soy sauce, and seasonings. Divide the mixture, reserving half for baking.½ cup honey, ⅓ cup Teriyaki marinade, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, Salt and Black Pepper, 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Add the chicken to a large resealable container with the other half of the liquid.3 lbs chicken wings
- Refrigerate 2 hours up to overnight. the longer the wings marinate, the better the flavor will be.
Baking the Wings
- Preheat the oven to 375-degrees.
- Remove the wings from the container and discard the sauce.
- Add the wings and reserved sauce to a glass baking dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then turn and continue baking until the wings begin to caramelize – about another 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle with chopped chives or scallions before serving.scallions
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Meal Planning
Want to add this easy wing recipe to your meal plan? Download our free printable meal plan here.
This delicious recipe is included in Meal Plan 5 along with:
- slow cooker angel chicken
- million dollar chicken casserole
- roasted chicken and vegetables
- sheet pan balsamic chicken
- sheet pan eggs and bacon
- honey teriyaki wings
- sausage and potato casserole
... and more!
Be sure to check out all our meal plan ideas here.
Leigh Anne Wilkes says
This looks delicious!
Ashley C. says
I love good wings and these look amazing! Thanks for sharing!
amy tolley says
these wings look so amazing thanks for sharing this recipe with us im alays looking for new meals to try out thanks
Ang Paris says
You're so welcome! I hope you get a chance to try them soon 🙂
Ana says
The recipe is so simple yet the taste is amazing! I made them and everyone LOved!! Thank you for sharing your recipe!!
Ang Paris says
Oh I'm SO glad! Thanks for taking the time to come back and leave a comment here 🙂
Debra says
Easy, peasy, and so very tasty!!!!