Description
How to make Sticky Coca Cola Chicken Wings with a glistening, savory-sweet glaze and tender meat that your family will absolutely adore for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- Main Components:
- 3 lbs. (about 24 pieces) chicken wings, patted dry
- 1 ½ cups Coca-Cola (not diet)
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Flavor Builders:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Seasonings & Spices:
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Finishing & Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Wings: Pat your chicken wings thoroughly dry, then season them generously with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. This ensures a crispy skin for your Sticky Coca Cola Chicken Wings.
- Sear Wings: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned chicken wings for 5-7 minutes per side until beautifully golden brown. This builds a great base for your delicious wings.
- Make Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together Coca-Cola, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger until fully combined. This forms the flavorful glaze for your Sticky Coca Cola Chicken Wings.
- Simmer Glaze: Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the seared wings in the skillet. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken and caramelize.
- Glaze Wings: Increase the heat to medium-low and continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently. The glaze should become wonderfully thick, sticky, and shiny, perfectly coating your Sticky Coca Cola Chicken Wings.
- Garnish & Serve: Transfer the irresistible Sticky Coca Cola Chicken Wings to a serving platter. Garnish generously with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions. Serve hot and watch them disappear!
Notes
Pat wings thoroughly dry before seasoning for essential crispy skin.
Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
If no apple cider vinegar, use white vinegar or rice vinegar for a similar tang.
Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds; pairs well with a crisp side salad.
Prepare the sauce up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate in an airtight container.
For ultimate crispiness, finish wings under the broiler for 2-3 minutes before serving.
**Allergy Information:** Soy, Fish, Sesame