sweet chili wings

These sweet chili wings have tender, crispy chicken covered in a sticky, sweet sauce that is a just little bit spicy.

Sweet Chili Wings Recipe

chicken wing

baking powder

garlic powder

onion powder

salt

black pepper

Thai sweet chili sauce

brown sugar

sesame oil

red pepper flakes

garlic, (2 tablespoons garlic)

soy sauce

water

cornstarch

Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at...

Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350 degrees F.

If the wings aren't separated into wing and...

If the wings aren't separated into wing and drumette then cut them apart. Pat them dry so they crisp instead of steam.

In a medium bowl mix the baking powder,...

In a medium bowl mix the baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Add the chicken wing and drumette pieces and toss them until they are completely coated with the mixture. You can also put everything in a zipper bag and toss them around to coat them.

Put each wing in the preheated air fryer...

Put each wing in the preheated air fryer basket. Cook at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes on one side then turn them over and cook for another 7-8 minutes or until golden brown. Don't overcrowd the basket and cook in batches if you need to.

While these cook combine the sweet chili sauce, brown...

While these cook combine the sweet chili sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, black pepper, garlic, soy sauce and water in a small sauce pan. Heat on medium heat until the sugar dissolves.

Stir in the cornstarch and water mixture. Let...

Stir in the cornstarch and water mixture. Let it cook on low heat until it thickens and becomes a little sticky. Take if off the heat.

When the chicken wings are done let them...

When the chicken wings are done let them sit for about 5 minutes. Then toss them in the sauce.

Put the coated wings back in the air...

Put the coated wings back in the air fryer so they are glazed with the sauce. Use parchment paper in the air fryer to make cleanup easier! Cook them at 400 degrees F for 3 minutes so they are crispy and delicious.

To serve garnish with cilantro, sesame seeds or...

To serve garnish with cilantro, sesame seeds or green onions.

These Sweet Chili Chicken Wings are made with a Thai red sauce that is sweet, sour, and has a small spicy kick. You can bake or air fry these crispy wings and then drizzle them in a gooey, homemade sauce.

Sweet Chili Chicken Wings

chicken wings (I use drummettes/split wings.)

salt and pepper

all-purpose flour

cooking oil spray I use olive oil.

sweet chili sauce

rice wine vinegar

garlic

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Pat the chicken dry and place it on a large bowl or plastic bag.

Add the flour, salt, and pepper to taste to the chicken. Ensure the chicken is fully coated.

Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and add the wings. Spritz the chicken wings with cooking oil.

Bake the wings for 20 minutes and then open and flip the wings. Spritz with cooking oil. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the chicken is crisp and cooked through.

Heat a saucepan on medium-high heat. Add the sweet chili sauce, brown sugar or sweetener, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and garlic.

Cook for 3-5 minutes until the mixture is incorporated. Taste the sauce repeatedly to ensure the taste suits your needs. Adjust the ingredients if necessary.

Remove the chicken from the oven and drizzle the wings in the sweet chili sauce.

Oven and Baking Instructions

Place the chicken in the air fryer basket. Spritz the chicken with cooking oil.

Air fry for 15 minutes on 400 degrees.

Open the air fryer and flip the chicken. Spritz the chicken with cooking oil. Cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the chicken is crispy and cooked through.

Remove the chicken from the air fryer and drizzle the wings in the sweet chili sauce.

Air Fryer Instructions

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