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14) Sticky balsamic honey wings with cracked black pepper

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb chicken wings tips removed and separated
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper plus extra to finish
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water slurry
  • Chopped parsley for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Pat wings dry, toss with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  2. Air-fry at 400°F for 22–25 minutes, flipping at 12 minutes, until skin is crisp and juices run clear.
  3. Meanwhile, combine balsamic, honey, soy sauce, and garlic in a small saucepan; simmer 3–4 minutes.
  4. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until glaze thickens, about 1 minute.
  5. Toss cooked wings in the glaze, return to the air fryer for 2 minutes to set the sauce.
  6. Finish with extra cracked pepper and parsley.