Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
These honey BBQ chicken wings are an essential game-day food. They strike the perfect balance between sweet and tangy, with a sticky glaze that will keep your guests coming back for more. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving a savory snack, this easy oven-baked wings recipe will become a favorite in no time.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Flour | 1 cup (125 g) |
| Chili powder | 1 tsp |
| Kosher salt | 1 tsp |
| Black pepper, freshly ground | 1 tsp |
| Paprika | 1 tsp |
| Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
| Chicken wings or drumettes | 20 pieces |
| BBQ sauce | 1 cup (290 g) |
| Honey | ½ cup (170 g) |
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, chili powder, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Coat the wings: Toss the chicken wings in the seasoned flour until evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- First bake: Arrange the wings on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.
- Prepare glaze: In another bowl, mix BBQ sauce and honey together.
- Coat wings in glaze: Toss the baked wings in the honey BBQ sauce mixture until well coated.
- Final bake: Increase oven temperature to 500°F (250°C). Place the sauced wings back on the tray and bake for 8–10 minutes until the sauce is caramelized and bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Let the wings cool slightly and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – 4 Wings)
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Protein: 22 g
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
Cooking Tips
- For extra crispy wings, place them on a wire rack above the baking tray to allow air circulation.
- Use parchment paper to reduce mess and prevent sticking.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mix if you want spicy wings.
- Try different BBQ sauces (smoky, spicy, or chipotle) for flavor variations.
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