Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings

5 from 2 votes

These Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings are delicious and perfect for gatherings or family dinners. These flavorful wings are seasoned with a simple seasoning blend and baked and tossed in a sweet and tangy sauce.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 340kcal

Author: Raquel Pineira

Equipment

Large Bowl
Baking Sheet

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken wings split into drumettes and flats
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Oil for baking
Sesame seeds for garnish
Chopped green onions for garnish
For the sweet and sour sauce:
½ cup ketchup reduce to ⅓ cup for a less sweet sauce
¼ apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, toss the wings with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cornstarch, and flour until evenly coated.
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place wings on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Brush them with oil before baking for best results.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, vinegar, and soy sauce. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to a glaze-like consistency. Remove from heat.
Place the cooked wings in a large bowl. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the wings and toss until well-coated.
Transfer the wings to a serving plate. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

NOTE - If you have an air fryer, cook the wings at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. This is a quicker alternative to baking the wings

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