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2) Honey-garlic sticky wings with sesame and scallions

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb chicken wings tips removed and separated
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water slurry
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 scallions thinly sliced

Method
 

  1. Pat wings dry, toss with oil, salt, and pepper. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange wings in a single layer and air fry 20–24 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and cooked through.
  3. Meanwhile, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan; simmer 2–3 minutes.
  4. Whisk in cornstarch slurry, cook until glossy and thickened, then stir in sesame oil.
  5. Toss hot wings in sauce to coat, sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions, and serve immediately.