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A plate of hot honey wings garnished with fresh herbs and served with dipping sauce.

hot honey wings recipe

Savor the flavor with this hot honey wings recipe! Perfectly crispy and sweet-spicy, these wings will be the star of your next gathering! 🍯🔥
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Deep skillet For frying the wings.
  • 1 Large bowl For tossing the wings with seasonings.
  • 1 Small saucepan For making the hot honey sauce.

Ingredients
  

Chicken Wings

  • 2 lbs Chicken Wings The star of the dish; choose fresh or thawed wings for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Hot Sauce Adds the necessary heat; pick your favorite brand for a personal touch.

Honey

  • 1/4 cup Honey Provides sweetness to balance the spice; opt for raw honey for a richer taste.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Enhances flavor; fresh garlic can be used for a stronger punch.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Adds depth to the seasoning; a must for a well-rounded flavor profile.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Introduces a subtle smokiness; great for adding complexity to the wings.
  • to taste tsp Salt Essential for seasoning; adjust to taste for the perfect balance.
  • to taste tsp Pepper Adds a bit of heat; freshly ground pepper works best for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Helps to create a rich sauce; use unsalted for better control over seasoning.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Brightens the flavors; fresh juice is always preferable for a zesty kick.

Instructions
 

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients

  • Collect chicken wings, honey, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Don’t forget some cooking oil for frying!

Step 2: Prepare the Chicken Wings

  • Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps them get crispy!

Step 3: Season the Wings

  • In a large bowl, toss the wings with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure they’re evenly coated!

Step 4: Heat the Oil

  • In a deep skillet, heat about 2 inches of cooking oil over medium-high heat. You want it hot but not smoking!

Step 5: Fry the Wings

  • Carefully add the wings to the hot oil in batches. Fry them for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Step 6: Make the Hot Honey Sauce

  • In a small saucepan, combine honey and hot sauce over low heat. Stir until well mixed and warmed through.

Step 7: Coat the Wings

  • Once the wings are done frying, remove them and let them drain on paper towels. Then, toss them in the hot honey sauce until fully coated!

Step 8: Serve and Enjoy!

  • Plate your hot honey wings and serve them with your favorite dipping sauce. Get ready for a flavor explosion!
Keyword wings, hot honey, appetizer