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Chicken Wings In The Oven Crispy Sesame Chicken Recipe

Chicken wings in the oven crispy? Oh, yes. That’s the dream. We’re talking tender bites of chicken coated in a golden, sticky sesame glaze that clings like a warm hug. It’s the kind of dish that makes you forget about takeout and start hoarding soy sauce packets like they’re currency. We’ve made this at home more times than I can count. The texture hits just right — crunchy outside, juicy inside — and the flavors check every box from sweet to savory. Whether you’re a crispy duck recipes enthusiast or just browsing chicken oven recipes for the week, this one’s got your name on it. It’s also dangerously easy. I mean, we’re talking about easy chicken wings that could hold their own next to smothered chicken wings or even your cousin’s famous hot dogs in the oven. You don’t need a deep fryer, a fancy marinade, or a culinary degree. Just a good baking tray and a little trust in the oven gods.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Chicken Oven Recipes, chicken recipes, Chicken Wings In The Oven Crispy, Crispy Duck Recipes, Easy Chicken Wings, Hot Dogs In The Oven, Smothered Chicken Wings
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Eleanor

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Cooked rice, for serving

For the Sauce

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up two bowls: one with beaten eggs and one with a mix of flour and cornstarch.
  3. Dip chicken pieces into egg, then dredge in the flour mixture.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  5. For the sauce, combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan.
  6. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry and let thicken for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Toss fried chicken in the sauce until well coated.
  8. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot over rice.