How to Cook Garlic Butter Chicken Wings

5 from 1 vote

A simple yet delicious chicken wing dish! The taste is a little sweet and buttery and I'm sure you are going to love it.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Course: Chicken Recipe

Cuisine: Filipino

Keyword: chicken pastil panlasang pinoy, chicken recipe, chicken wings recipe, garlic butter chicken, garlic butter chicken wings

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 585kcal

Author: Manny

Ingredients

1/2 kilo chicken wings cut into 2 pcs
100 grams butter
6 cloves garlic minced
1 pc onion minced
1/2 Tbsp. soy sauce
3 Tbsp cooking oil
1/8 cup ketchup
1 Tbsp. oyster sauce
1/2 tsp. black peppercorns ground
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup 7-Up or Sprite softdrink

For Garnishing:

Spring onions chopped
fried garlic

Instructions

How to Cook Garlic Butter Chicken Wings:

Wash and clean the chicken and drain. Divide the wings in 2 pieces each. Place in a bowl and pour soy sauce. Rub the chicken with the soy sauce until well coated.
Heat oil in a pan and fry the chicken lightly until slightly brown. You don't need to thoroughly fry the chicken, only fry the skin to make it more appetizing.
In the same pan, heat about 2 Tbsp. of cooking oil and saute garlic and onion. Saute until the onion is soft.
Add in the butter and stir until melted. Add in the ketchup, oyster sauce, salt and pepper. Stir for a few seconds. Then add in the chicken. stir again for a minutes.
Pour the 7-Up or Sprite softdrink and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until the chicken is tender for about 20 to 35 minutes.
Turn off heat and serve hot. Garnish with fried garlic and spring onions. Enjoy!

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Notes

Cooking Tips for Garlic Butter Chicken Wings

Lightly Fry the Chicken Wings for Better Texture

Lightly frying the chicken wings before simmering gives the skin a subtle crispness that enhances the dish. This step also helps seal in the chicken’s natural juices, keeping the meat tender as it cooks. Don’t skip this step—it’s the secret to making your wings irresistibly appetizing!

Use Soft Drink for Tender and Flavorful Chicken

Adding Sprite or 7-Up to the sauce not only gives it a delightful sweetness but also tenderizes the chicken. The carbonation helps break down the meat fibers, making the wings soft and juicy. It’s a simple yet effective trick that elevates the flavor and texture of the dish.

Don’t Overcook the Garlic and Butter

When sautéing garlic in butter, be careful not to let it burn, as it can make the sauce taste bitter. Cook over low to medium heat until the garlic is golden and fragrant, then quickly add the other ingredients. This technique ensures a rich, smooth sauce with a perfect blend of buttery and garlicky goodness.

Nutrition Notes:

Calorie and other nutrition information is derived from HappyFolks.Com recipe nutrition calculator. The percent daily value (%DV) is based on a daily 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Information:

Amount per Serving:375g, Calories:585kcal, From fat:406, Total fat:45.9g, Saturated Fat:26.1g, Trans Fat:0.9g, Cholesterol: 188mg, Sodium: 857mg, Total Carbohydrate: 22g, Dietary Fiber: 1g, Sugars: 16g, Protein: 23g, Vitamin A: 14%, Vitamin C: 9%, Calcium: 5%, Iron: 6%