
Easy & Crispy Chicken Wings Recipe (Filipino Style)
If you're craving crispy, juicy and flavorful chicken wings, this recipe is for you! Whether you're planning a party or just want a quick ulam idea, our homemade chicken wings recipe is easy to make even for beginners.
Why Chicken Wings Are a Hit in Every Pinoy Home
Chicken Wings are more than just a pulutan or party food. With the right marinade and cooking method, they can become the star of your next family dinner. And the best part? They're super versatile, perfect for frying, baking, air frying or even grilling!
Chicken wings are a hit in every Pinoy home because they’re the perfect combination of flavor, versatility and affordability. Filipinos love experimenting with flavors like sweet, spicy, garlicky or soy-based and chicken wings absorb marinades so well that they easily adapt to every taste. They're also quick to cook, whether fried, baked or air-fried, making them a go-to choice for busy households.
Plus, they’re fun to eat, best enjoyed kamayan-style or dipped in flavorful sauces. It’s no wonder that from birthdays to barkada get-togethers, crispy chicken wings are always on the table, delicious, dependable and undeniably Pinoy-approved.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg Chicken Wings
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp calamansi or lemon juice
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (for crispiness)
- 1/2 tsp salt
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Oil for frying
Optional: Add your favorite flavor like Buffalo, Honey Garlic, Garlic Parmesan, or Sweet & Spicy!
How to Cook Chicken Wings Filipino Style (Crispy Fried)
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Marinate the wings in soy sauce, calamansi, garlic, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour.
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Coat with cornstarch for that extra crispy finish.
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Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
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Fry chicken wings until golden brown and crispy (about 8–10 minutes per batch).
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Drain excess oil on a paper towel.
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Serve hot, topped with garlic bits or coated with your favorite sauce!
Variations to Try:
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Air Fryer Chicken Wings – 180°C for 20 minutes; flip halfway.
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Oven Baked Chicken Wings – Bake at 200°C for 25–30 minutes.
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Soy Garlic Chicken Wings – Toss with a soy-honey-garlic glaze.
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Sweet and Spicy Wings – Coat with chili sauce and honey mixture.
For maximum flavor, marinate overnight which are trimmed, cleaned and vacuum-sealed for freshness.
Chicken Wings don’t have to be complicated. With the right cut, a simple marinade and a few cooking tips, you can recreate your favorite restaurant-style wings at home. Whether it’s garlic parmesan, buffalo or Filipino sweet chili, you’re sure to impress everyone at the table.