These sweet and spicy crispy fried chicken wings are the kind of dish that instantly steals the spotlight. Picture this: it’s game night, the table is full of snacks, and right in the center is a plate piled high with golden, crunchy wings that shimmer with a sticky, glossy glaze. The smell alone is enough to pull everyone in. These wings start with a bold, flavorful marinade that soaks into every bite, then they’re deep-fried until perfectly crisp. But the magic really happens when they’re tossed in a warm sauce made from honey, soy, ketchup, and chili. It clings to the crispy skin, creating the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and just the right kick of heat. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or treating yourself after a long day, these wings always deliver that finger-licking satisfaction that keeps everyone coming back for more.

The Ultimate Fried Chicken Wings Recipe

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Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Total time

minutes

Crispy, golden-fried chicken wings tossed in a sticky-sweet and spicy sauce—these wings are full of flavor and guaranteed to disappear fast!

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Ingredients to marinate the chicken:

12 Chicken Wings (Drumlets included, skin-on)
1 ½ tsp Salt
1 ½ tsp Ground White Pepper
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tbsp Light Soy Sauce
1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
Ingredients for the sauce:
2 tbsp Tomato Ketchup
1 tbsp Chili Sauce
1 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce
2 tbsp Honey
1 tsp Oyster Sauce
3-4 tbsp Water
Ingredients for deep-frying chicken:
1 cup Oil
Ingredients to complete the dish:
1 tbsp Oil
3 cloves Garlic (Chopped)
1 tsp Fresh Ginger (Grated)
2 tbsp Scallions (Chopped)
1 tsp Red Chili Flakes

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the salt, ground white pepper, garlic powder, soy sauce, and cayenne pepper. Add the chicken wings, mix well, and set aside to marinate for at least 20 minutes.
In another bowl, combine tomato ketchup, chili sauce, dark soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, and water. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
Heat 1 cup of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the marinated chicken wings and fry until golden brown. Drain and set the fried chicken aside on a separate plate.
In another pan, heat 1 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
Add the chopped scallions and sauté for a few seconds. Season with 1 tsp of red chili flakes and mix well.
Pour in the prepared sauce and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for about a minute.
Gently add the fried chicken wings to the pan, mixing well until the wings are coated in the sauce.
Increase the heat to medium-high and let the chicken cook in the sauce for an additional 2 minutes.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For extra heat, you can adjust the amount of cayenne pepper and red chili flakes to your taste.
Serve with a side of steamed rice, a light salad, or crispy fries for a complete meal.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, and simply reheat in the oven to retain the crispiness.