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

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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.

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Questions

How long does Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings take?

As written, 85 minutes: 40 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 2, overnight, or about 8 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

What oven temperature does Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings need?

For Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 3. The longest stretch at that heat is 45 minutes, in step 5. The target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of lemongrass in Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings?

The entry for Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings calls for 2 fresh lemongrass stalks, tender part, minced. In its place: Use the zest of one lemon plus a thin slice of fresh ginger per stalk. It is brighter and less floral, but it fills the same space.

Is Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings spicy?

Yes, it is properly hot. The heat in Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings comes from 1 tsp red chili flakes (or 1-2 fresh Thai chilies, minced). For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the chili, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Which part of Lemongrass Chili Chicken Wings can be done ahead?

Everything up to step 2. Step 2 is a built-in pause of overnight, or about 8 hours: "Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best flavor." Do everything up to that point ahead of time and pick up at step 3 when you are ready to finish.

Serve it with

Nuoc Cham (Vietnamese Dipping Sauce) sauce
Vietnamese Coconut Coffee Smoothie drink
Red Chile Sauce sauce

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