Five Spice Chicken Wings (Super Crispy!) (VIDEO)
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These Five Spice Chicken Wings are double fried to crispy perfection – they’re juciy, so flavorful, and coated in a dry seasoning mix that is savory and sweet, with a hint of spice!
Watch the Crispy Five Spice Chicken Wings Recipe Video!
A Note from CJ
These Crispy Five Spice Wings are SO GOOD!
I love these wings – they’re crispy, juicy, and tossed in a dry seasoning mix that is so flavorful! My secret is I use five spice powder and then take it up a notch – you’re going to love it!
If you love wings as much as I do, try my Air Fryer Chicken Wings, Baked Chicken Wings, Chinese Salt and Pepper Wings, Gochujang Honey Wings, Lemon Pepper Wings, Grilled Wings, Buffalo Wings (or Air Fryer Buffalo Wings)!
I have made this recipe 4 times. It is absolutely the best tasting wings ever. They are super crunchy and flavorful and the chicken isnt dry!!
Ingredient Tips
Refer to the recipe card for the full list of ingredients and measurements!
- chicken wings – use drums, flats, or a combination of the two. If using frozen wings, make sure they are defrosted before marinating.
- grated garlic and ginger – I recommend grating (over mincing) because the garlic and ginger becomes paste-like and infuses the wings and marinade with so much flavor! It’s also better for frying.
- all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder – I use these three for a perfect balance of crispy, crunchy, and golden brown. Flour is the base, cornstarch helps prevent gluten development, and baking powder helps creates tiny air bubbles and also dries out the skin, which makes it extra crispy!
- five-spice powder – you can use store bought or make your own. I used store bought but kicked up the flavors by adding spice (szechuan chili powder), salt, and sweetness (sugar & paprika)!
How to Make Chinese Five Spice Wings
Marinate and Dredge the Wings – Marinate the chicken wings with salt, white pepper, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil for 1–2 hours or overnight to build deep flavor. In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, white pepper, and baking powder, then add a splash of leftover marinade or water. Rub everything together with your hands to form craggily bits that help the coating stick and crisp up. Dredge each wing thoroughly in the seasoning mix, ensuring full coverage, then let them rest on a sheet pan for 10–15 minutes while you heat the oil.
Fry the Wings and Season – Fry the wings in batches at 350°F for 6–8 minutes, draining them on a rack or paper towels before returning all the wings to the oil for a second fry of 1–2 minutes to achieve a super-crispy exterior. In a small bowl, mix together five-spice powder, paprika, Sichuan chili powder, salt, and sugar. Toss the hot wings immediately in the spice blend until fully coated, then serve right away for maximum crunch and flavor.
PRO TIPS
CJ’s Recipe & Storage Tips
Rest after Dredging – Letting the chicken wings rest after dredging allows for the batter to adhere better to the chicken, which will help the wings fry more evenly and crispy.
Monitor the Oil Temperature – I highly recommend you use a thermometer to keep an eye on the temperature. If you see the temperature dropping below 325F, fry the chicken wings in batches. Frying at a low temperature will result in soggy and oily wings.
Strain Excess Batter Pieces Before Second Fry – If excess batter pieces are floating in the oil, strain them out with a strainer to prevent them from burning during the 2nd fry.
Storage and Reheating – Any leftover Five Spice Chicken Wings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. My preferred method to reheat wings is in the air fryer! Air fry them at 350°F for 6-8 minutes until warmed through and crispy. You can also reheat them in the oven at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.
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Crispy Five Spice Chicken Wings (VIDEO)
Ingredients
Chicken Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Seasoning Mix
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tbsp white pepper
- 1/2 tbsp baking powder
Five-Spice Mixture
- 2 tsp five-spice powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp szechuan chili powder, (can sub regular chili powder)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
Neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate chicken wings in salt, white pepper, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil for 1-2 hours or overnight for best results.
- In a large bowl, add flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, white pepper, and baking powder. Mix together until combined, then add any leftover marinade (or 1-2 tbsp of water) into the seasoning mix. With your hands, rub the mix together with the liquid to create craggily bits in the seasoning mix.
- Coat your wings into the seasoning mix, and pack in the dredge well making sure to leave no dry spots. Shake off any excess and let rest on a sheet pan for 10-15 minutes while you heat up your frying oil.
- Fry the wings in batches at 350F for 6-8 minutes. Remove and set on a rack or paper towel to drain while you fry the rest of your wings.
- Fry the wings a 2nd time at 350F for 1-2 minutes. This will get the exterior super crispy.
- In a small bowl, mix together five-spice powder, paprika, szechuan chili powder, salt, and sugar.
- Immediately toss the wings in the spice mixture while hot. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Video
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This Five Spice Chicken Wing recipe was originally published in April 2023, and updated in December 2025.
We make this all the time! Love the dry rub
Crunchy and flavorful.
Delicious, one of my favorites wings recipe!
Love the flavor of 5 spice!
I have made this recipe 4 times. It is absolutely the best tasting wings ever. They are super crunchy and flavorful and the chicken isnt dry!! I introduced them to my sister who doesnt deep fry at home and since introducing them to her, she has made them twice!! 🤣🤣🤣
Simple yet flavorful.
I would love to try making these! It looks so good! How can I make this into an oven baked recipe? I don’t own an airfryer and I don’t have good ventilation in my house, so oven baked is the way to go for us!
Hi Cindy! I would follow my Air Fryer Chicken Wings recipe, except cook them on a wire rack in the oven at 400F for 25-35 minutes until crispy. I hope that helps!
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