Honey Hot Wings

If you are looking for a crowd-pleaser that comes together fast and tastes like something special, this Honey Hot Wings recipe is exactly what you need. I have been making this one for gatherings here in Kansas City and it never disappoints. Whether you are hosting a game day spread or a casual get-together, this appetizer always disappears first.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy to put together with minimal prep time
• Big on flavor with simple, familiar ingredients
• Perfect for entertaining or a fun weeknight snack
• Easily scaled up for larger groups

Ingredients

• chicken wings
• honey
• cayenne
• butter
• garlic powder
• apple cider vinegar
• hot sauce

How to Make It

Sticky oven-baked wings with a sweet honey and cayenne glaze. Finger-licking good. Prep takes about 55 min and the results are worth every minute. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor, or prepare ahead and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tools I Use

Chicken Wing Rack | Hot Sauce

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Honey Hot Wings

Crispy baked chicken wings tossed in a sticky honey hot sauce. Sweet heat that disappears fast.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 lbs chicken wings, split
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

For the sauce

• 1/3 cup hot sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tbsp brown sugar

Method

 

1. Pat the wings very dry and toss with baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
2. Arrange on a wire rack over a baking sheet and bake at 425F for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp.
3. Whisk together the hot sauce, honey, melted butter, and brown sugar in a large bowl.
4. Add the hot wings and toss until fully coated.
5. Serve right away with celery and blue cheese or ranch.

Notes

Baking powder, not baking soda, is the trick to extra crispy baked wings. Do not skip drying the wings well.