Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings

Name: Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 85 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken wings, split at joint; 2 fresh lemongrass stalks, tender part, minced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tbsp fish sauce; 2 tbsp brown sugar, packed; 1 tsp red chili flakes (or 1-2 fresh Thai chilies, minced); 2 tbsp neutral oil; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

Oven-roasted chicken wings marinated in aromatic lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, and chili for a bold Vietnamese-inspired glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Crispy, fragrant, and loaded with protein. Plan ahead: marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.

85 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

VietnameseAppetizerOvenHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreeEgg-FreeGluten-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

3 lbs chicken wings, split at joint
2 fresh lemongrass stalks, tender part, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar, packed
1 tsp red chili flakes (or 1-2 fresh Thai chilies, minced)
2 tbsp neutral oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tender part, minced fresh lemongrass stalks, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp red chili flakes (or 1-2 fresh Thai chilies, minced), 2 tbsp neutral oil, and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice to make the marinade.
2

Add 3 lbs split at joint chicken wings and 1 tsp baking powder to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat. The baking powder helps create a crispier skin. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best flavor.
3

When ready to cook, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack on top. Lightly oil the rack.
4

Arrange the marinated wings in a single layer on the rack, leaving space between pieces. Discard any remaining marinade in the bowl.
5

Roast for 40-45 minutes, flipping the wings once halfway through, until the skin is deeply golden and caramelized and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
6

Transfer to a platter, scatter 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro over the top, and serve immediately with lime wedges.

Questions

How long does Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it. It also freezes well for up to three months.

Can I halve or double Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubled, split it across two pans and rotate them halfway; one crowded pan bakes unevenly.

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