Equal parts sweet and savory, these Coca-Cola chicken wings will surely hit the spot. The sauce calls for Coca-Cola, soy sauce, and tomato paste, resulting in a sticky and satisfying glaze. You can pair the wings with rice or serve them as an appetizer — you really can't go wrong!
Things You'll Need
2 lbs. chicken wings
12 oz. Coca-Cola (1 to 1 1/2 cans depending on the size)
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 Tbsp. soy sauce or tamari
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
3 Tbsp. cold water
Sliced scallions or sesame seeds
Oil
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1. Prep the wings
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and then place a wire rack on top. Pat the chicken wings dry, lay them on the rack and brush them with oil.
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2. Bake the wings
Bake the chicken wings for 20 minutes and then flip them and brush them with oil. Bake for another 15 to 20 minutes or until crispy.
3. Start the sauce
Once you flip the chicken wings, start making the sauce. Combine the Coca-Cola, brown sugar, minced garlic, tomato paste, soy sauce and onion powder in a large pan. Bring it to a boil and then reduce the heat and simmer until thick, about 10 minutes.
4. Thicken the sauce
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and cold water. Whisk to create a slurry.
Add the slurry to the sauce. Whisk well and continue heating until thick, or until it's the consistency of thin syrup.
Tip
If the sauce isn't thickening, it means the ingredients haven't gotten hot enough. Bring the mixture to a boil, making sure it bubbles, then reduce the heat. The sauce also will thicken as it cools.
5. Sauce the wings
Add the cooked chicken wings to the pan. Toss to coat them in sauce.
6. Serve the wings
Transfer the wings to a serving plate and garnish them with sliced scallions, sesame seeds, or both.