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    Thai BBQ Chicken Wings (Grill or Bake)

    Published: Feb 18, 2021 This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 16 Comments

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    Thai BBQ Chicken Wings.

    This Thai BBQ Chicken Wings recipe is delicious, even better than take out!! The wings are marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce, and are loaded with authentic Thai flavors. It's inspired by the traditional gai yang ไก่ย่าง.

    If you like Thai food and always wonder how the restaurants make their wings taste so good, these are for you! In this post I will show you how to make Thai BBQ Chicken Wings with familiar ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen.

    Thai BBQ Chicken Wings.

    Sweet and Sticky Chicken Wings

    These Thai BBQ chicken wings would make a tasty Super bowl appetizer or easy to grab snack for a party! You can prepare the wings ahead and cook them the next day.

    The sauce is so delicious that will make you licking your fingers after every bite.

    Jump to:
    • Sweet and Sticky Chicken Wings
    • Why This Chicken Wings Recipe Works:
    • The Best BBQ Marinade Sauce for Wings
    • How to Make Asian Chicken Wings
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    Thai BBQ Chicken Wings.

    Why This Chicken Wings Recipe Works:

    • It's inexpensive to make.
    • You can find most of the ingredients at your local grocers.
    • It requires minimal preparation and so easy to make. You can grill, bake the wings or cook them in an Instant Pot or Air Fryer. Here's a good tutorial on how to make chicken wings in an Instant Pot.
    • A delicious kid-friendly recipe.
    Sweet and Sticky Chicken Wings.

    The Best BBQ Marinade Sauce for Wings

    Making your own homemade marinade sauce for wings isn't complicated.

    The marinade sauce is made with a combination of lemongrass, garlic, Thai fish sauce, lime, brown sugar, honey, and cilantro.

    marinade sauce ingredients.

    How to Make Asian Chicken Wings

    1. Prepare the Marinade Sauce

    Combine all of the ingredients for marinade in a bowl. Stir to combine.

    Asian marinade sauce for wings.

    2. Marinate the Chicken

    Place chicken wings and marinade sauce in a large ziplock. Massage to combine.

    Marinated chicken wings.

    Marinate in the fridge for at least 8 hours or up to overnight.

    marinate chicken

    3. Grill or Bake the Chicken Wings

    Grill the Chicken Wings:

    Preheat the grill, grease, and cook the wings on medium heat. Flip the wings every 5 minutes for a total of 20-25 minutes of cooking time or until fully cooked and no longer pink.

    or Oven Bake the Chicken Wings:

    Preheat the oven to 425°F. Remove chicken wings from the fridge and let your chicken sit out on the counter for 15 minutes before cooking.

    Bake for about 30 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through cooking. If the skin gets too dark, you can cover it up with foil or baking paper.

    Thai BBQ Chicken Wings.

    FAQ and Cooking Tips:

    Can you use leftover marinade to baste the chicken?

    I do not recommend it. Once you've marinated the meat, you should throw away any leftover marinade.

    Where to buy fresh lemongrass?

    You can find fresh or frozen lemongrass in most Asian grocers and larger markets like Ralph's/Kroger or Walmart super center, located in the fresh produce area.

    Here's a good tutorial on how to cook with lemongrass.

    What can I use if I don't have honey?

    You can use brown sugar. Please keep in mind that honey is sweeter than sugar, for that reason you may need to use about 12⁄3 tablespoons of brown sugar for every tablespoon of honey.

    What is the best fish sauce substitute?

    You can use soy sauce instead of fish sauce  at a 1-to-1 ratio.

    How to store leftover cooked chicken wings

    Do not let the cooked wings sit out at room temperature for more than two hours before being refrigerated. Store the wings in an airtight container. They last 3-4 days in the fridge or 4-6 months in the freezer.

    Asian chicken.

    Check Out More Delicious Chicken Wings Recipes:

    • Crispy Grilled Chicken Wings
    • Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
    • Dry Rub Chicken Wings
    • Buffalo Chicken Wings

    Check Out More Delicious Thai Recipes:

    • Spicy Thai Noodles
    • Greed Papaya Salad (Som Tam)
    • Thai Basil Chicken
    • Thai Salad Dressing
    • Easy Larb Chicken

    Did you make this recipe? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below! I'd appreciate it. 

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    Thai BBQ Chicken Wings.
    4.92 from 12 votes

    Thai BBQ Chicken Wings

    Rika
    This is absolutely the best way to make Thai Chicken Wings! The wings are marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce, and are loaded with authentic Thai flavors. This Thai BBQ chicken wings recipe is inspired by the traditional gai yang ไก่ย่าง. Absolutely delicious, even better than take out!
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Main Dish
    Cuisine Thai
    Servings 4
    Calories 251 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1¼ pounds chicken wings, (pat the wings dry with paper towels)
    • 1 lemongrass stalk , (finely minced, white part only) - you can use a knife or food processor. Here's a good tutorial on how to cook with lemongrass.
    • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
    • 2 tbsp + 1 teaspoon Thai fish sauce
    • 2 tbsp + 1 tsp lime juice
    • 3 tbsp + 1 tsp brown sugar
    • 1 tbsp + 1 tsp honey
    • (optional) 2 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro leaves
    • black pepper, (to taste)
    • 2 tablespoon neutral oil , (such as canola or vegetable oil)

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium bowl, mix all of the marinade ingredients.
    • Place chicken wings in a large zip lock, add marinade sauce. Massage and make sure all chicken pieces are covered with sauce. Marinate in the fridge for at least 8 hours or up to overnight.
    • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Remove the chicken wings from the marinade. Spread chicken wings on a prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
      Cook for about 30 minutes or until the internal temperature registers at 165°F, turning the chicken halfway through.

    Notes

    How to Grill the BBQ Chicken Wings:
    Preheat the grill, grease, and cook the wings on medium heat. Flip the wings every 5 minutes for a total of 20-25 minutes of cooking time or until fully cooked and no longer pink.
    How to Air Fry the Chicken Wings:
    Preheat the air fryer and spray the basket with cooking spray. Place the wings in the fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket. Work in multiple batches if needed.
    Cook the wings for 24 minutes at 360°F, flipping halfway through. Increase the temperature to 390°F, and cook for about  4 minutes or until the outsides are crispy. Watch carefully so the wings don't burn.
    Fish Sauce
    Please note that not all fish sauce products/brands are created equal and they usually have different sodium levels (ex: Thai fish sauce has a lower sodium content than Vietnamese fish sauce).
    To add saltiness to the dish, just add a small amount of salt (about ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt) . Do not go overboard with fish sauce or all you’ll taste is fish sauce.
    You can purchase fish sauce at any Asian grocer or Target, Kroger/Ralphs, Vons, and Amazon.com
    The best substitute: Soy sauce is a great alternative to fish sauce at a 1-to-1 ratio.
    The Sodium Content 
    The amount of sodium per serving seems too much but remember that you will discard most of the marinade sauce before cooking. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 17gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 198mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 152IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Baked Thai Chicken Wings, Thai Chicken Wings
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    1. Shadi Hasanzadenemati

      February 18, 2021 at 12:02 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Rika

        April 09, 2021 at 11:28 am

        You're welcome, Shadi!

        Reply
    2. Claudia Lamascolo

      February 18, 2021 at 12:28 pm

      5 stars
      Love the char this has its my favorite part of the chicken when bbq's

      Reply
      • Rika

        April 09, 2021 at 11:28 am

        My favorite part of BBQ too 🙂

        Reply
    3. Jessie

      February 18, 2021 at 1:22 pm

      5 stars
      I made these in the Air Fryer, they were amazing!!! And good as leftovers for lunch today!!

      Reply
      • Rika

        April 09, 2021 at 11:29 am

        Thanks for sharing your feedback, Jessie! I am glad that you liked it.

        Reply
    4. Kalu Lor

      February 18, 2021 at 1:57 pm

      5 stars
      These Thai BBQ wings look amazing. I can't wait to try this recipe this weekend. It will pair perfectly with some white rice.

      Reply
    5. Marie-Charlotte Chatelain

      February 18, 2021 at 2:13 pm

      5 stars
      Thai BBQ - OMG I WANT! Sweet and spicy is always a hit in my home

      Reply
      • Rika

        April 09, 2021 at 11:29 am

        I love sweet and spicy flavors too, Marie!

        Reply
    6. Melissa

      February 18, 2021 at 3:24 pm

      Your Thai BBQ chicken wings look delicious! I am going to give your recipe a try! I love grilling my wings in the summer.

      Reply
      • Rika

        April 09, 2021 at 11:30 am

        Let me know what you think about it, Melissa.

        Reply
    7. Rosemary

      February 19, 2021 at 12:23 pm

      Loving the tangy Thai sauce. I'm not a huge fan of chicken wings, but I will make the sauce for my chicken breasts. Yum!

      Reply
      • Rika

        March 15, 2021 at 12:45 am

        I think chicken breast will work well too, Rosemary.

        Reply
    8. Claudia

      February 24, 2021 at 12:12 pm

      5 stars
      I love chicken wings, and I love them even more when they're slathered in a sweet and spicy sauce.

      Reply
      • Rika

        April 09, 2021 at 11:30 am

        I think sweet and spicy glaze is the perfect sauce for wings, Claudia 🙂

        Reply
    9. Gervin Khan

      February 24, 2021 at 6:59 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, wow! This one looks really delicious. I need to make this for my family and I am sure they will like it.

      Reply

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