Chicken Wings Recipe: Based on NeemTime research
Ingredients (Home-prepared only)
24 chicken wings (fresh, skin-on, and cleaned)
2 tbsp homemade olive oil (cold-pressed, if available)
4 tbsp homemade honey (or use homemade sugar syrup if no honey)
4 tbsp apple cider vinegar (can be homemade by fermenting apples)
6 cloves garlic (minced or crushed)
2 tsp homemade soy sauce (fermented at home, if available)
2 tsp paprika (homemade ground, optional for a smoky flavor)
1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
1 tsp salt (use homemade or sea salt)
1 tsp chili powder (optional for extra heat, use homemade if possible)
2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Detailed Preparation Guide (with calories)
Step 1: Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, paprika, black pepper, salt, and chili powder (if using).
Mix well to form a smooth marinade.
Calories:
Olive oil (2 tbsp): ~238 kcal
Honey (4 tbsp): ~256 kcal
Apple cider vinegar: negligible
Soy sauce (2 tsp): ~10 kcal
Garlic (6 cloves): ~26 kcal
Paprika (2 tsp): ~12 kcal
Black pepper (1 tsp): ~6 kcal
Salt: negligible
Chili powder (1 tsp): ~12 kcal
Total: ~560 kcal
Time: 5 minutes
Step 2: Marinate the Chicken Wings
Place the chicken wings into the bowl with the marinade and toss to coat them evenly.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for a stronger flavor.
Calories: No additional calories (counted in Step 1)
Time: 30 minutes (marinating)
Step 3: Preheat the Oven or Grill
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat your grill to medium-high heat.
Calories: No additional
Time: 5 minutes
Step 4: Cook the Chicken Wings
Oven Method: Arrange the wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Grill Method: Place the wings on the grill and cook for 20–25 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly charred.
Calories: No additional (all calories are in the marinade)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Step 5: Serve and Garnish
Once cooked, remove the wings from the oven or grill.
Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Calories: No additional
Time: 2 minutes
Total Preparation Time
🕒 60–75 minutes total
Prep time: 10 minutes
Marinating time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 25–30 minutes
🔢 Total Calorie Count for 24 Wings (Serves 4)
~560 kcal (for all 24 wings)
Calories per wing (if 24 wings) = ~23 kcal per wing