Honey Chili Chicken Wings with Corn (High Protein)

Honey Chili Chicken Wings with Corn (High Protein)

Serves: 2–3


Ingredients

Wings & Corn

  • 10–12 chicken wings, split and tips removed
  • 2 ears of corn, cut into pieces
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • Cooking spray or 1 tbsp olive oil

Honey Chili Sauce

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp chili sauce or sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • ½ tsp sesame oil (optional, for flavor)
  • Chili flakes, to taste (optional)

Instructions

1. Prep

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels (this helps crispiness).
  3. Lightly season wings with salt and pepper.

2. Roast Wings & Corn

  1. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
  2. Arrange wings and corn pieces in a single layer.
  3. Lightly spray or brush with olive oil.
  4. Roast for 35–40 minutes, flipping wings halfway, until golden and cooked through.

3. Make the Honey Chili Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan, combine:
    • Soy sauce
    • Honey
    • Chili sauce
    • Garlic
    • Ginger
    • Vinegar/lime juice
    • Sesame oil
  2. Simmer over low heat 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  3. Remove from heat.

4. Toss & Finish

  1. Remove wings and corn from the oven.
  2. Toss wings generously in the honey chili sauce.
  3. Return to oven and bake 5–7 more minutes to caramelize.
  4. Optional: Broil 1–2 minutes for extra stickiness.

Serve

  • Plate wings with corn pieces.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.

Approximate Nutrition (per serving, 3 servings)

  • Protein: ~30–35 g
  • Calories: ~420–480
  • High protein, balanced carbs, flavorful

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