Sesame Ginger Chicken Wings – Bon Appetit

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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Crispy baked wings with a savory ginger-soy marinade and sesame breadcrumb crust
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Sesame Ginger Chicken Wings – Bon Appetit

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 460.8

Description

These Sesame Ginger Chicken Wings offer a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and nutty flavors. The wings are first marinated in a robust mixture of soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes, allowing the meat to absorb deep aromatics. Coated in a crunchy blend of breadcrumbs and sesame seeds, then baked until golden and crisp, they provide a healthier alternative to fried wings without sacrificing texture. The melted butter drizzle adds richness and helps achieve that desirable caramelization. Ideal for game day snacks, appetizers, or a light main course, these wings are easy to prepare and crowd-pleasing. Serve them hot with extra dipping sauce if desired.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Discard the tips of the chicken wings and cut the remaining wings in half at the joint.
  2. Place the chicken wings in a large non-aluminum bowl.
  3. In a blender or food processor, combine soy sauce, peeled ginger, garlic cloves, freshly ground pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Blend until the ginger and garlic are finely minced.
  5. Pour the marinade over the chicken wings and mix well to coat evenly.
  6. Cover the bowl and marinate at room temperature for 2 hours, or refrigerate overnight, stirring the chicken occasionally.
  7. Preheat the oven to 400&# 194;°F (204ðC).
  8. Lightly butter a large baking dish.
  9. Stir the beaten egg into the chicken marinade in the bowl.
  10. In a separate bowl, combine the dry breadcrumbs and sesame seeds.
  11. Dredge the marinated chicken wings in the breadcrumb and sesame seed mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
  12. Place the coated wings in the prepared baking dish.
  13. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the chicken wings.
  14. Bake until the chicken is brown, crisp, and cooked through, about 45 minutes.
  15. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 460.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.0g39%
Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
Cholesterol 122.6mg41%
Sodium 197.5mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 49.9g100%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, pat the wings dry before marinating to help the coating adhere better.

You can substitute panko breadcrumbs for regular dry breadcrumbs for an extra crispy texture.

If marinating overnight, bring the chicken to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your preferred heat level.

Serve with additional soy sauce or a spicy mayo dipping sauce if desired.

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