Soy Sauce Glazed Chicken Wings (Air Fryer Recipe)
Easy Air Fryer Soy Sauce Chicken Wings
For my daughters who absolutely adore soy sauce chicken, I decided to make this dish. They loved it so much that I wanted to share the recipe again. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to recreate that irresistible soy sauce chicken flavor at home. Using an air fryer makes it incredibly easy to achieve perfectly crispy yet tender chicken wings. Whether it’s for a special occasion, a kids’ snack, or a delicious appetizer, these wings are a guaranteed hit!
Main Ingredients
- 10-12 chicken wings
- Milk, enough to cover the wings
Sauce Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp Teriyaki sauce
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (or dark soy sauce for color)
- 4 Tbsp Teriyaki sauce
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (or dark soy sauce for color)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, rinse the chicken wings thoroughly under cold running water. Then, use a knife to make 2-3 shallow cuts on the surface of each wing. This helps the marinade penetrate better and speeds up the cooking process. Be careful not to cut too deeply into the meat.
Step 2
Place the prepared chicken wings in a bowl and pour in enough milk to completely cover them. Soaking the wings in milk is a fantastic way to eliminate any gamey odor. Let them soak for about 15 minutes.
Step 3
After 15 minutes, carefully drain and discard the milk. Rinse the chicken wings again under cold running water. Pat them completely dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture is key to achieving a crispy skin and ensuring the sauce adheres beautifully to the wings.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare the delicious sauce. In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of Teriyaki sauce, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Mix well. (Tip: Using only Teriyaki sauce can make the wings too sweet. Adding a little soy sauce balances the sweetness and adds depth of flavor. You can also add a touch of sugar or corn syrup if you prefer it sweeter.)
Step 5
Set aside about 2 tablespoons of the sauce in a small separate bowl. This reserved sauce will be used to brush onto the wings later, after they’ve been flipped. This step ensures a beautifully glossy finish and intensifies the flavor. ^^
Step 6
Pour the remaining sauce (excluding the reserved portion) into the bowl with the chicken wings. Use your hands to gently toss and mix, ensuring each wing is evenly coated with the marinade. It’s important to mix thoroughly so the flavor gets into every part of the wings.
Step 7
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. This makes cleanup incredibly easy by preventing the sauce from sticking to the basket. Arrange the marinated chicken wings in a single layer on the parchment paper, making sure they don’t overlap too much.
Step 8
Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Place the chicken wings in the basket and air fry for 8 minutes. After 8 minutes, carefully remove the basket. Scrape up any sauce that has collected at the bottom and brush it generously back onto the chicken wings. This step makes the wings extra moist and flavorful. (Don’t forget the sauce stuck to the parchment paper!)
Step 9
Here’s how the wings look after the first 8 minutes. They should be starting to turn golden brown. Now, flip each chicken wing over to ensure even cooking and browning on both sides. Flipping is crucial for that perfect finish. ^^
Step 10
Brush the reserved 2 tablespoons of sauce over the flipped chicken wings. Pay special attention to the parts that might not have gotten much sauce due to the parchment paper. After basting, return the basket to the air fryer and cook for another 6 minutes at 180°C (350°F). This brings the total cooking time to about 14 minutes.
Step 11
Voila! Your delicious soy sauce glazed chicken wings are ready. Arrange them attractively on a serving platter. Thanks to the parchment paper, the air fryer basket remained remarkably clean, making post-meal cleanup a breeze. So convenient!
Step 12
They are all done! Enjoy your incredibly delicious soy sauce chicken wings that everyone, kids and adults alike, will love! Enjoy your meal!
