Sesame Chicken Wings

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. freshly grated ginger, grated with a microplane
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp. sesame oil
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 2 lbs. chicken wings, tips removed, cut apart at joint
• 1-2 tsp. toasted sesame seeds
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish, optional

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and salt.

2. 2

   Pat dry the chicken wings with few sheets of paper towel and place in a rectangular dish so they are laying flat. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss around to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour up to overnight.

3. 3

   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. If using aluminum foil, lightly spray with non-stick oil.

4. 4

   Remove the wings from the marinade, reserving the marinade, and arrange them on the prepared pan. Do not overcrowd the wings. Season the top of the wings with fresh ground black pepper, to taste. Bake for 25 minutes.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until the liquid is reduced to a syrupy sauce, about 8 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove the wings from the oven and brush the tops with the reduced marinade. Flip the wings over, brush the second sides with the marinade and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

7. 7

   Return to the oven and bake until cooked through about 7-10 minutes. If desired, garnish with green onions before serving.