Description
How to make sticky Coca Cola chicken wings with a sweet and savory glaze, oven-baked to crispy perfection that your family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
- Main Components & Sauce Base:
- 3 pounds chicken wings, split at the joint, wing tips removed
- 1 ½ cups Coca-Cola, full-sugar, not diet
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
- Aromatics & Flavor Builders:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
Instructions
- Prep Oven & Wings: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup. Pat the chicken wings very dry with paper towels; this is crucial for getting those incredibly crispy Sticky Coca Cola Chicken Wings.
- Simmer Sauce: In a saucepan, combine Coca-Cola, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and apple cider vinegar. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Thicken Glaze: Whisk cornstarch with a tablespoon of water, then stir into the simmering sauce. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens to a beautiful, pourable glaze. This glaze will make your Sticky Coca Cola Chicken Wings irresistible.
- Bake Wings: Arrange the dried chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake for 20 minutes, then flip them over. Continue baking for another 20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Glaze & Finish: Remove the baked wings from the oven. In a large bowl, toss the hot wings with about half of the prepared Coca-Cola glaze, ensuring each wing is beautifully coated. Return them to the baking sheet for a final quick bake.
- Serve Sticky Wings: Bake the glazed Sticky Coca Cola Chicken Wings for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize and become deliciously sticky. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, then serve immediately for ultimate enjoyment!
Notes
Pat wings *very* dry with paper towels before baking to ensure they get incredibly crispy.
Store leftover Sticky Coca Cola Chicken Wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Use only full-sugar Coca-Cola; diet versions will not caramelize or thicken properly for the glaze.
Serve hot from the oven, garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, alongside crispy sweet potato fries.
Prepare the Coca-Cola glaze up to two days in advance; bake wings fresh and glaze just before serving.
**Allergy Information:** Soy, Gluten, Sesame