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Halloween Bat Wings

This dish features chicken wings shaped and glazed to resemble bats, achieved through shaping and caramelizing a savory marinade. The wings develop a crispy skin with a smoky soy and garlic flavor, resulting in a visually striking and flavorful main course with a tender interior.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken wings preferably drumettes and wingettes
  • 3 cloves garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce for marinade and glaze
  • 2 tbsp honey optional for a slightly sweet glaze
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for coating wings
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Cooking brush
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps them crisp up during baking.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
  4. Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss well to coat each piece evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight if you have more time for extra flavor.
  5. Remove the wings from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Shape the wings into small bat-like forms by pinching and curving the tips to resemble wings.
  6. Bake the wings in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until they’re golden brown and crispy.
  7. While they bake, gently brush the wings with additional marinade or honey every 10 minutes during the last 15 minutes to build a glossy, caramelized coating.
  8. Once baked, transfer the wings to a serving platter and give them a final light coating of marinade for extra flavor and shine.
  9. Arrange the wings on the platter in a cluster, shaping them to resemble bat wings, with tips slightly arched to enhance the spooky look.
  10. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture and savory, smoky flavor, perfect for a festive Halloween table.

Notes

For an extra spooky effect, you can add small edible eyes or wings shaped with more precise cuts before baking. Keep a close eye during glazing to prevent burning.