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Hot Honey Chicken Wings Recipe
Ben Carraoli

Hot Honey Chicken Wings Recipe

The first time I made these hot honey chicken wings, I couldn’t believe how quickly they became the star of the meal. The combination of crispy, juicy wings coated in a sweet and spicy sauce blew me away. It’s the kind of dish you crave after just one bite.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken Wings
  • 1.5 lbs chicken wings approximately 12 wings
  • ½ tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder omit if deep frying
  • ½ tablespoon potato starch or substitute with corn starch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • For the Hot Honey Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2-4 tablespoons hot sauce use your favorite, like Habanero or Frank’s Red Hot
  • 2 tablespoons honey any type works, spicy honey adds an extra kick
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt optional, based on the hot sauce used

Method
 

  1. Start by patting the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving that perfect crispy texture. If the wings aren’t pre-trimmed, you can cut them into drumettes and flats for even cooking. Toss the wings with baking powder, potato starch, garlic salt, seasoned salt, black pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Ensure every wing is well-coated with the seasoning mix.
  2. If using an air fryer, preheat it to 400°F. Place the wings in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding so air can circulate. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip the wings and continue cooking for another 10 minutes. Depending on your fryer, the wings may need an additional 5 minutes until they’re golden and crispy.
  3. If baking, preheat the oven to 400°F and arrange the wings on a baking rack set over a tray. Bake for 45 minutes, flipping halfway through. This method also creates wonderfully crispy wings without frying.
  4. While the wings cook, melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in your choice of hot sauce and honey, blending until the mixture thickens slightly. Taste the sauce and adjust with a pinch of salt if needed. This luscious combination of sweet and spicy transforms ordinary wings into something unforgettable.
  5. Once the wings are fully cooked, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot honey butter sauce over the wings, tossing until evenly coated. Serve immediately to enjoy the wings while they’re nice and hot.