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Cola Chicken Wings

可乐鸡翅 · Kě lè jī chì

Chicken wings simmered in cola and soy sauce, then reduced to a light glaze. Regular cola supplies the sweetness in this version.

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Prep10 min
Cook30 min
Serves2
DifficultyEasy
Cola Chicken Wings — illustrative dish photo; ingredients may differ
Illustrative dish photography · credits below · Alpha from Melbourne, Australia · CC BY-SA 2.0
Recipe guide · not yet kitchen-testedAI-assisted editorial draft. Timing depends on your stove, pan, and ingredient size. Use the doneness checks below.

Let’s get cooking

  1. 01

    Prepare wings

    Pat wings dry with disposable kitchen paper. Do not wash raw chicken.

  2. 02

    Brown the surface

    Heat oil over medium heat. Turn wings for 5–6 minutes until lightly golden.

  3. 03

    Add liquid

    Pour in cola and soy sauce, then add ginger and scallions. Bring to a gentle boil.

  4. 04

    Cover and cook

    Simmer covered for 18–22 minutes, turning halfway. Add a splash of water if liquid reduces too quickly.

  5. 05

    Check and glaze

    Check the thickest part reaches 74°C without touching bone. Uncover and reduce carefully until lightly coated, not dry.

A little kitchen wisdom

Sugary liquid burns easily near the end. Lower heat as it thickens and keep turning the wings.

Can’t find an ingredient?

Cola: This formulation uses regular cola; diet drinks will not give the same glaze.

Cook safely

Chicken must reach 74°C / 165°F in the thickest part. Keep raw poultry and cooked food separate.

FoodSafety.gov guidance ↗