Name: Sweet and Spicy Crispy Baked Chicken Wings
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 20 wings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken wings (wings, portioned); 2 tbsp sweet chili paste; 1 tbsp garlic powder; ½ cup soy sauce

These sweet and spicy crunchy baked wings are a delicious, easy appetizer perfect for the big game – taste just like they are fried, with no oil!

At Ajpal, I add lots of tips in all of my recipes – because I am a home cook without any formal training, and I find I am more confident making dishes when I understand why it works, and what each ingredient means to the flavor of a recipe. My goal is for even the most beginner home cook to feel empowered in the kitchen.

Delicious Baked Chicken Wings

I love chicken wings. They are one of my absolute favorite indulgences – they are crunchy, full of flavor, great for parties – and perfect for football gameday!

Wings are the best things to eat at any party – and while its daunting to make them at home, these wings are crazy easy and simple – they don’t take a long time to prepare, and are no-fuss!

These are perfect – so you can get back to prepping your party in no time!

Just pop them in the oven and coat when done – and let your guests think you slaved away for hours over hot oil!

The only problem with wings is deep frying them – not only is it way more calories – but it is kind of a pain in the butt!

These wings are crispy, crunchy, and taste just like they are fried – but with no oil! They are crunchy and delicious, right out of the oven.

How to Make Baked Spicy and Sweet Chicken Wings

First assemble the following ingredients:

Chicken wings (1 lb) – Juicy and tender, these wings form the perfect base for absorbing bold, spicy-sweet flavors.
Sweet chili paste (2 tbsp) – Adds a punch of heat balanced with sticky, caramelized sweetness.
Garlic powder (1 tbsp) – Infuses the wings with a deep, savory warmth that complements the chili’s kick.
Soy sauce (½ cup) – Brings a rich umami depth and saltiness that ties all the flavors together.

Use this Method:

Prep. Preheat oven to 300 degrees. On a baking sheet with a cookie cooling rack over it, arrange wings so they aren’t directly touching.

Pre-Bake. Bake for 45 minutes, and flip. Bake another 45 minutes, until chicken is crunchy and cooked. If wings are not yet crunchy on the outside, add another 15-20 minutes. Remove from oven.

Baste and Finish. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, chili paste, and garlic powder. Baste onto chicken wings. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.