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Hot Honey Chicken Wings (Crispy, Sweet & Spicy)

Achieve perfectly crispy, juicy, and flavor-packed Hot Honey Chicken Wings at home with this foolproof recipe. Learn how to make them in the oven or air fryer for the ultimate sweet and spicy appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs chicken wings split into drumettes and flats, patted completely dry
  • 1 tbsp baking powder aluminum-free recommended
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup Frank's RedHot Original sauce or your favorite hot sauce
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Baking Sheet with Wire Rack
  • 1 Air Fryer Optional
  • 1 Small Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, whisk together the baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the dry wings to the seasoning mixture and toss until every wing is thoroughly and evenly coated.
  3. Oven Method: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange wings in a single layer on a wire rack set on a baking sheet. Bake for 35-45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  4. Air Fryer Method: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place wings in a single layer in the basket (work in batches if needed). Air fry for 18-22 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until crisp.
  5. While the wings cook, combine honey, hot sauce, melted butter, and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
  6. Once cooked, transfer the hot, crispy wings to a large bowl. Pour the warm sauce over the wings and toss gently to coat completely. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalProtein: 18gFat: 25g

Notes

For extra crispy wings, let the seasoned wings rest uncovered on a wire rack in the refrigerator for at least an hour before cooking.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preferred level of spiciness.
Serve with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
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