Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken wings dry using paper towels to ensure they become crispy during cooking. In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn starch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken wings to the bowl with the corn starch mixture. Toss until all the wings are evenly coated.
Arrange the coated wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter or heat the oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant. Then, stir in the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha. Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm honey garlic soy sauce over the wings and toss until they are well coated.
Serve the wings warm, garnished with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
Equipment
Baking Sheet
Mixing Bowls
Whisk
Measuring Spoons and Cups
Cooking brush
Notes
For extra crispy wings, broil them for the last 5 minutes of baking.
If frying, ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the wings to prevent sogginess.
Let the wings rest for a few minutes after cooking before tossing them in sauce for better coating.