Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with these irresistible Hot n Honeyed Chicken Wings! Imagine biting into a perfectly crispy wing, where sweet honey meets fiery hot sauce in a mouthwatering symphony of flavors that will have your guests begging for the recipe. These wings aren't just a meal; they're a flavor experience that combines the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory in every single bite.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top to allow wings to crisp evenly.
- Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve a crispy exterior when baking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine honey, hot sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk ingredients together until well blended.
- Add chicken wings to the bowl and toss thoroughly, ensuring each wing is completely coated with the honey-hot sauce mixture.
- Arrange wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they are not touching each other for even cooking and maximum crispiness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning wings halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Check internal temperature of wings with a meat thermometer - they should reach 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Remove from oven and let wings rest for 5 minutes. This allows juices to redistribute and helps maintain moisture.
- Optional: Brush additional honey-hot sauce mixture over wings before serving for extra flavor and shine.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or green onions if desired.
Tips
- • Pat those wings super dry before marinating - this is the secret to achieving that coveted crispy exterior that will make your wings Instagram-worthy!• Use a wire rack when baking to ensure maximum crispiness. This allows hot air to circulate around the wings, giving you that restaurant-quality crunch.• Don't skip the meat thermometer! Checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F ensures your wings are perfectly cooked and safe to eat.• For extra flavor intensity, consider marinating the wings for 1-2 hours before cooking to allow the honey-hot sauce mixture to penetrate deeper into the meat.• Want an extra glossy finish? Brush on some additional honey-hot sauce right before serving for that restaurant-style shine and flavor boost.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 95mg
