These Garlic Chicken Wings are lightly coated in seasoned flour and fried until golden brown and crisp before being tossed in a savory garlic sherry reduction. The combination of roasted garlic flavor, rich pan sauce, and crispy wings creates an appetizer worthy of both casual gatherings and elegant entertaining.
Flavor Profile
Garlicky, savory, rich, aromatic, crispy
Equipment Needed
Deep-fry thermometer
Large resealable bag
Tongs
Paper towel-lined tray
Measuring cups and spoons
Wooden spoon
Whisk
Serving platter
Ingredients
2½ pounds chicken wings, separated
6 tablespoons seasoned flour
1 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons garlic, finely chopped
¾ cup dry sherry
½ cup chicken broth
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Separate the chicken wings into flats and drumettes and remove the tips.
- Place the seasoned flour in a large resealable bag.
- Add the wings and shake until evenly coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F (177°C).
- Fry the wings in batches until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through, approximately 8 to 10 minutes per batch.
- Remove the wings and drain on paper towels.
- Carefully discard all but 2 tablespoons of oil from the skillet, leaving the flavorful browned bits behind.
- Add the chopped garlic to the skillet.
- Cook over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes until softened and fragrant, but not browned.
- Pour in the dry sherry and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add the chicken broth and stir well.
- Simmer until the sauce reduces by approximately one-third and begins to thicken slightly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Return the wings to the skillet.
- Toss gently until the wings are coated with the garlic sherry sauce and heated through.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
Heat Adjustment Suggestions
Add ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce for mild heat.
Add 1 teaspoon hot sauce for a spicy garlic variation.
Finish with freshly cracked black pepper for extra bite.
Make-Ahead Tips
The wings may be fried several hours ahead and reheated in the sauce before serving.
The garlic sherry sauce can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and refrigerated.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Pair with roasted vegetables, rice pilaf, or a crisp green salad.
Garnish with chopped parsley or sliced green onions.
GARLIC CHICKEN WINGS (Crispy Wings in a Rich Garlic Sherry Sauce)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Separate the chicken wings into flats and drumettes and remove the tips.
- Place the seasoned flour in a large resealable bag.
- Add the wings and shake until evenly coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F (177°C).
- Fry the wings in batches until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through, approximately 8 to 10 minutes per batch.
- Remove the wings and drain on paper towels.
- Carefully discard all but 2 tablespoons of oil from the skillet, leaving the flavorful browned bits behind.
- Add the chopped garlic to the skillet.
- Cook over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes until softened and fragrant, but not browned.
- Pour in the dry sherry and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add the chicken broth and stir well.
- Simmer until the sauce reduces by approximately one-third and begins to thicken slightly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Return the wings to the skillet.
- Toss gently until the wings are coated with the garlic sherry sauce and heated through.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
Add 1 teaspoon hot sauce for a spicy garlic variation.
Finish with freshly cracked black pepper for extra bite. Make-Ahead Tips The wings may be fried several hours ahead and reheated in the sauce before serving.
The garlic sherry sauce can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and refrigerated. Serving Suggestions Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Pair with roasted vegetables, rice pilaf, or a crisp green salad.
Garnish with chopped parsley or sliced green onions.
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Inspired by classic garlic chicken dishes that combine aromatic garlic, dry sherry, and rich pan sauces to create elegant yet approachable comfort food.
Source: Taste of Home
Nutrition Information
Estimated per serving (based on 6 servings)
Calories: 395
Protein: 25 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Fat: 27 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg
Sodium: 420 mg
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 1 g
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Marinate Time: None
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
