Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these Chili Oil Chicken Wings! Bursting with bold flavors, these wings are the perfect finger-licking treat for game day or any casual gathering. Using homemade chili oil, these oven-baked chicken wings are not just easy to prepare but also crispy and delicious. The key to achieving the perfect texture lies in the careful preparation of the wings and the chili oil.
Ingredients
Scale:
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup crushed red pepper flakes
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 pounds chicken wings, split and tips removed
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons homemade chili oil
Chili garlic sauce for serving
Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Optional: Tangy dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese
Instructions
Make the Chili Oil: In a small saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the crushed red pepper flakes and minced garlic. Stir for about 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not burned. Remove from heat and stir in the sesame oil and salt. Let cool completely.
Prepare the Chicken Wings: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Bake the Wings: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the rack. Bake for about 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Marinate the Wings: In a clean bowl, toss the baked wings with 2 tablespoons of the homemade chili oil and soy sauce until well coated.
Final Bake: Return the wings to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes to set the glaze.
Serve: Remove the wings from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, alongside chili garlic sauce and your choice of dipping sauces.
