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Honey BBQ Wings are a sweet and sticky alternative to hot wings. This treat has a perfect balance of sweet and savory, making them a popular choice for game days, parties, or just a satisfying snack. They leave you wanting more, with their perfect blend of textures and tastes and made in only 35 minutes.

Honey BBQ Wings
Honey BBQ Wings
Honey BBQ Wings
Honey BBQ Wings
Honey BBQ Wings
Honey BBQ Wings
Honey BBQ Wings
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Ingredients

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Honey BBQ Wings

Chicken Wings
Sauce

Sauce

1
Combine tomato paste and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until combined.
2
Whisk in all remaining ingredients, except for the butter.
3
Bring mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low for 2 more minutes.
4
Remove from heat and whisk in butter.

Chicken Wings

1
Preheat oven to 425℉.
2
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
3
Place 1 tablespoon of oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
4
Pat the chicken wings dry and add in batches to the skillet.
5
Pan sear the chicken wings on each side until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. You're not cooking the wings in the skillet, just searing them.
6
Remove the chicken wings to the prepared cookie sheet.
7
Bake chicken wings for 15-20 minutes, until an inserted meat thermometer reads 165℉.
8
Place the chicken wings in a bowl and pour in 2-3 tablespoons of the BBQ sauce, as desired.
9
Toss the chicken wings until fully coated. Serve warm.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Pat Wings Dry for Maximum Crispiness 🧊
    Pat chicken wings completely dry with paper towels before cooking to remove surface moisture, ensuring crispy skin and better sauce adhesion.
  • Bloom Your Spices in Butter 🧈
    Toast the paprika, chipotle, onion, and garlic powders in melted butter for 30-60 seconds before adding wet ingredients to unlock deeper, more complex flavors.
  • Balance Sweet and Savory with Apple Cider Vinegar ⚖️
    Add apple cider vinegar gradually to your sauce and taste as you go—it cuts through the honey's sweetness and prevents the wings from tasting cloying.
  • Toss Wings Mid-Cooking for Even Coating 🔄
    Halfway through baking, remove wings and toss them thoroughly in the sauce to ensure every piece gets evenly coated and caramelizes beautifully.
  • Finish Under the Broiler for Sticky Glaze 🔥
    In the last 2-3 minutes, switch to broil on high to caramelize the honey and create an irresistible sticky, glossy exterior without burning the wings.

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