Soy & Sweet Chili Chicken Wings

Chicken wings are always a crowd-pleaser, but Chef Felix Rice takes them up a notch with a glossy sweet chili and soy glaze that delivers the perfect balance of sweetness, saltiness, and gentle heat. Fresh ginger, garlic, and shallots add layers of flavor, while sesame oil brings a rich, nutty finish to the sauce.

The wings are first roasted to develop flavor and render some of their fat before being finished in the pan, where they soak up the sticky glaze and turn beautifully caramelized. Finished with sesame seeds and scallions, they’re ideal as a party appetizer, game-day snack, or casual dinner served alongside steamed rice and crisp vegetables.

Soy & Sweet Chili Chicken Wings

Felix Rice

These sweet chili soy chicken wings by Chef Felix Rice are packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors. The wings are roasted, then finished in a fragrant sauce made with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sweet chili sauce for a sticky, savory-sweet glaze that's hard to resist.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

 

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For the sauce:

• 3 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves , finely minced
• 1 medium shallot
• 2 tbsp ginger , grated
• 9 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
• 3/4 cup sweet chili sauce

Chicken wings:

• 1 1/2 lb chicken wings
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

For garnish

• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 scallions thinly sliced

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C).
• Toss the chicken wings with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Arrange the wings on a baking tray and roast for 20 minutes.
• While the wings are roasting, prepare the sauce. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
• Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
• Stir in the soy sauce and sweet chili sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then reduce the heat to low.
• Remove the wings from the oven. Increase the heat under the skillet to medium-high and add the wings to the pan.
• Sear the wings for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they develop a deeper golden color.
• Toss the wings in the sauce and continue cooking for 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly and coat the wings.
• Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions before serving.

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Felix Rice

Felix Rice is the Culinary Director at CxRA, a custom caterer based in Manhattan, New York. Felix has an AAS in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management from the New York Restaurant School and has over 20 years of experience in the culinary industry.