Smoky Hot Honey Barbecue Chicken Wings
Smoky Hot Honey Barbecue Chicken Wings are crispy, flavorful wings coated in a smoky barbecue sauce with a touch of heat from hot honey, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes (if baking) or 20-25 minutes (if grilling)
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (approx. 3 wings per person)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking or Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 12 chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
For the Smoky Hot Honey Barbecue Sauce:
1/2 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
2 tablespoons hot honey (adjust to spice preference)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). If you’re grilling the wings, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Ensure the wings are evenly coated.
- If baking: Place the wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a wire rack. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are crispy and golden brown.
- If grilling: Grill the wings for 20-25 minutes, turning them every 5-7 minutes, until crispy and cooked through.
- While the wings are cooking, prepare the smoky hot honey barbecue sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the barbecue sauce, hot honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Once the wings are cooked, toss them in the smoky hot honey barbecue sauce until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra sauce or chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- Add extra cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the barbecue sauce for a spicier kick.
- Try a different sauce like honey mustard or teriyaki glaze for variation.
- For extra smokiness, use liquid smoke or smoke the wings on the grill.
- These wings can also be made in an air fryer for a crispy texture in less time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 3 wings)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
