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Crispy glazed chicken wings with herbs, served with dipping sauce at Citrus & Charm Brunchery.

Hot Honey Baked Chicken Wings

Tiffany
Crispy oven-baked chicken wings tossed in a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze; golden, sticky, and full of Southern flavor!
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cool Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet with Wire Rack
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Tongs
  • Small Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Paper Towels

Ingredients
  

For The Wings

  • 2 lbs chicken wings split into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder aluminum-free, for crispiness
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika adds depth and color
  • Nonstick cooking spray or a small drizzle of oil

For The Dry Rub

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For The Hot Honey Sauce

  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 –2 teaspoon hot sauce such as Frank’s or Crystal
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for extra heat
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and place a wire rack on top.
  • Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Place the wings in a large bowl and chill in the refrigerator uncovered for 30 minutes. This step is key to crispiness!
  • In a small bowl, combine baking powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and black pepper. Pour over the chicken wings and toss until evenly coated.
  • Arrange wings on the rack in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the wings. Bake for 35–45 minutes, flipping after 20 minutes, until the skin is crispy and golden.
  • Allow the wings to cool for 5 minutes on the wire rack.
  • In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add honey, vinegar, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, and salt. Simmer 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.
  • Once baked, transfer the wings to a clean bowl and pour the warm hot honey sauce over them. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and a drizzle of extra hot honey if you like sticky-sweet wings.
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