Instant Pot® Teriyaki Chicken Wings
Description
Perfect as a party appetizer or game day recipe, these sweet and sticky teriyaki chicken wings are easy to make in your Instant Pot®.
Ingredients
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2 pounds chicken wing pieces
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup water
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
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1 tablespoon honey
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1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons water
Directions
1
Season chicken wings with salt and pepper.
2
Heat sesame oil in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) set to Saute function. Add chicken wings and garlic; saute until wings are browned, about 2 minutes per side. Hit Cancel and use tongs to transfer wings to a plate.
3
Whisk 1/2 cup water, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, and ginger together in a small bowl until smooth. Pour sauce into the pot and use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom. Return wings to the pot; stir until coated in sauce.
4
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 6 to 10 minutes for pressure to build.
5
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes; quick-release remaining pressure. Unlock and remove the lid.
6
Use tongs to transfer wings to a plate.
7
Whisk cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl to make a slurry. Whisk slurry into the sauce. Turn on Saute function and simmer until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Hit Cancel. Return wings to the sauce and toss to coat.