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Honey Hot Wings

Published on July 31, 2022 by Bintu. Leave a Comment

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Did you know that homemade hot wings are easy to make? And these honey hot wings are a real crowd pleaser. Baked honey wings have that crispy skin you love, and the sweet heat of the honey hot sauce will have you licking your fingers. 

top down view of a serving of the finished honey hot wings

Baked chicken wings are every bit as delicious as deep fried wings yet so easy to make at home. Tossing the wings in a delicious sauce, like this honey hot sauce takes plain wings to can’t-get-enough restaurant quality status.

Raw chicken wings are coated in flour and baked for just 40 minutes. Then simply combine butter, honey, and hot sauce to whip up these hot honey wings that are perfect for game days, parties, or a delicious family dinner. 

The honey hot sauce is sticky sweet with a mild heat level that everyone will love. Cool it off by serving these honey wings with your favorite dipping sauces. You’ll want to take my advice and make a double batch, because these honey hot wings are irresistible. 

a plate of honey hot wings on top of a serving board

Why Make This Recipe

  • Perfect For Entertaining – Making honey wings is a hands-off process. Simply let the oven do the work while you enjoy visiting with friends. The hot honey sauce can be made in advance, so all you have to do is toss and serve. 
  • Honey Hot Sauce Is Incredible – Honey Hot Wings are a little sweet and a little spicy but entirely delicious thanks to the easy-to-make honey hot wing sauce. 
  • Perfect For Families of Any Size – Doubling this simple recipe, you can pop multiple batches of honey wings into the oven simultaneously. 

Ingredient Notes

  • Chicken – Look for wings that have been cut into flat wingettes and drumettes. Alternatively, you can use whole wings or cut whole wings yourself. 
  • Dredge Coating – Dredge the wings in a mixture of all purpose flour and cornstarch for a crispy, crunchy coating. 
  • Butter – You can use salted or unsalted butter. 
  • Honey – Raw, local honey is flavorful and rich.  
  • Hot Sauce – Select your favorite brand of hot sauce.
the ingredients needed for making honey hot wings

How To Make Hot Honey Wings

Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F / 204 degrees c. Put a wire baking rack on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil. 
  2. Pat chicken wings dry with a paper towel, then add them to a large bowl along with the flour and cornstarch, mixing until well coated.  
  3. Gently shake the wings to remove any excess coating, then place on top of the baking rack in s single layer. 
  4. Bake for 20 minutes, then turn the chicken wings over and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden brown and the internal temperature has reached 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
  5. While the chicken wings are baking, prepare the hot honey sauce by pouring honey into a small saucepan over medium heat, then whisking in the butter and hot sauce, until melted and thoroughly combined. Bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes, then remove the sauce from the heat.
  6. Place the baked chicken wings in a large bowl, then pour the sauce over and toss until thoroughly coated.
  7. Return the chicken wings to the wire rack and broil for 2-3 minutes or until they are browned and crispy. Watch closely, as they can burn quickly! 
  8. Serve immediately for the best flavor and maximum crispiness.
image collage showing the steps for making honey hot wings

Note: Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The temperature should be 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken wings.

How To Make Honey Hot Sauce

The honey hot sauce is what makes these chicken wings so incredible, and it is so easy to make. Simply combine butter with your favorite hot sauce and honey, stirring occasionally, to make a sticky, sweet, and spicy sauce for the wings or other chicken recipes. 

Tips For Success

  • Thaw frozen wings completely before making this honey hot wings recipe. 
  • Pat wings dry with paper towels before dredging. 
  • Season your dredging mixture with kosher salt and ground black pepper if desired. 
  • Line your baking sheet with aluminum foil for super easy cleanup. 
  • Cook wings on an ovenproof wire rack for the ultimate crispiness. 
  • Place the chicken wings in a single layer on the baking rack. 
  • Turn the wings over so they cook evenly. 
  • Chicken is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
  • Prepare the sauce ingredients while the chicken wings bake in the oven, or make it in advance and warm it before tossing it with the wings. 
  • Make extra sauce to serve as a dip or to add to your other favorite chicken recipes. 
  • Serve the wings with a side of dipping sauce such as ranch or blue cheese dressing. 

Variations

  • Make The Hotter – Season the wings with crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne to make them even spicier. 
  • Make Them Gluten Free – Eliminate the all purpose flour or replace it with your favorite gluten free flour blend. 
  • Add More Flavor – Season the dredging flour with kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or smoked paprika. 
a plate of honey hot wings with carrot sticks and extra hot sauce

Budget-Friendly Tips 

  • Buy Whole Wings – Whole wings are often more affordable than prepared wings. They are easy to cut down to wingettes and drumettes, or you can cook the whole wing. 
  • Buy Frozen Wings – Bulk packages of frozen wings may be less expensive. Just be sure to thaw the wings first. 
  • Buy In Bulk – Purchase chicken wings in bulk and freeze the wings you don’t use for up to 3 months. 
  • Save The Wingtips – If you buy whole wings, cut them into flat wingettes and drumettes but save the wingtips to make chicken stock. 

Prep Ahead And Storage

  • Prep Ahead – If your wings are frozen, be sure to thaw them completely. 
  • Store – Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze – We don’t recommend freezing leftover chicken wings, especially if they were previously frozen. 
  • Reheat – Wings are best enjoyed right away. Reheat leftovers in the oven for the best results. 
top down view of the completed honey hot wings recipe

FAQs

Are Honey Hot Wings Spicy?

Thanks to the hot sauce, these wings have a bit of heat that is nicely balanced by the sweet honey. You can reduce the heat by selecting a milder hot sauce or reducing the amount. Alternately, you can make these honey hot wings even spicier by adding cayenne, crushed red pepper flakes, or additional hot sauce. 

Can I Air Fry Hot Honey Wings?

Yes! Air fry the wings at 400 degrees F/ 204 degrees C for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking. Cook the wings in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. 

Can I Bake Honey Hot Wings In Advance?

Wings taste best when served immediately, so we don’t recommend making these wings in advance. You can save some prep work by making the sauce in advance. Simply reheat it before tossing it with the hot wings. You can also purchase store-bought honey hot sauce. 

the completed honey hot wings recipe served on a white plate

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top down view of a serving of the finished honey hot wings

Honey Hot Wings

Sticky sweet and spicy baked chicken wings are crispy and delicious.
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Western
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 453kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy | Budget Delicious

Ingredients

  • 1 pound (453g) chicken wings
  • 1 cup (120g) all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) butter half a stick
  • ⅓ cup (113g) honey
  • ¼ cup (83g) hot sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F / 204 degrees c. Put a wire baking rack on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil. 
  • Pat chicken wings dry with a paper towel, then add them to a large bowl along with the flour and cornstarch, mixing until well coated.  
  • Gently shake the wings to remove any excess coating, then place on top of the baking rack in s single layer. 
  • Bake for 20 minutes, then turn the chicken wings over and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden brown and the internal temperature has reached 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
  • While the chicken wings are baking, prepare the hot honey sauce by pouring honey into a small saucepan over medium heat, then whisking in the butter and hot sauce, until melted and thoroughly combined. Bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes, then remove the sauce from the heat.
  • Place the baked chicken wings in a large bowl, then pour the sauce over and toss until thoroughly coated. 
  • Return the chicken wings to the wire rack and broil for 2-3 minutes or until they are browned and crispy. Watch closely, as they can burn quickly! 
  • Serve immediately for the best flavor and maximum crispiness.

Notes

  • Thaw frozen wings completely before making this honey hot wings recipe. 
  • Pat dry with paper towels before dredging the wings. 
  • Season your dredging mixture with kosher salt and ground black pepper if desired. 
  • Line your baking sheet with aluminum foil for super easy cleanup. 
  • Arrange wings on an ovenproof rack for the ultimate crispiness. 
  • Place the chicken wings in a single layer on the baking rack. 
  • Flip the wings halfway through cooking. 
  • Chicken is fully cooked when a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
  • Prepare the sauce ingredients while the chicken wings bake in the oven or prepare it in advance and warm it before tossing it with the wings. 
  • Make extra sauce to serve as a dip or to add to your other favorite chicken recipes. 
  • Serve the wings with dipping sauces such as ranch or blue cheese dressing.
  • Storage – keep leftovers in an airtight container inside the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 453kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 533mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 464IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 2mg
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