Miso Honey Marinated Wings (Printable)
Sweet and savory chicken wings with a golden miso honey glaze, baked to caramelized perfection for any gathering.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2.2 lbs chicken wings
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tablespoons white miso paste
03 - 2½ tablespoons honey
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
06 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
09 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
10 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
11 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
# How To Make:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
02 - Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight for the deepest flavor penetration.
03 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
04 - Remove the wings from the marinade and arrange them in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece for proper air circulation. Set aside any remaining marinade for basting.
05 - Bake the wings for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping them halfway through and brushing with the reserved marinade. Continue baking until the skin is deeply golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
06 - Transfer the finished wings to a serving platter and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The miso honey glaze creates a caramelized crust that rivals any restaurant wing without needing a deep fryer.
- Everything comes together with pantry staples and zero fancy techniques, making it the ultimate low effort high reward party food.
02 -
- If you skip the parchment paper or foil lining, the miso honey mixture will burn onto your baking sheet and you will be soaking it for three days.
- Broiling the wings for 2 to 3 minutes at the very end transforms them from good to extraordinary with a deeply caramelized crust that tastes like candy.
03 -
- Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels before adding them to the marinade because excess moisture prevents the glaze from adhering properly and slows down caramelization.
- Let the wings sit uncovered in the fridge for the last 30 minutes of marinating time so the surface dries out slightly, which is the real secret to achieving that irresistible lacquered exterior.