Spicy Glazed Chicken Wings
Spicy Glazed Chicken Wings
Ingredients
For the Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings, pat dry, separated into drumettes and flats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Spicy Glaze
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup hot sauce, such as Frank's RedHot
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, (optional, for extra heat)
For Garnish
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted, optional
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and place an oven-safe wire rack on top. This allows air to circulate around the wings for crispier skin.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the pat-dried chicken wings with baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the wings are evenly coated. The baking powder helps to dry out the skin and make it extra crispy.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Arrange the seasoned chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack, ensuring they are not touching. This prevents steaming and promotes even crisping.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Bake the chicken wings for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, flip the wings and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 400
- 5
While the wings are baking, prepare the spicy glaze. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the hot sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well to combine.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Bring the glaze to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens. Be careful not to let it boil vigorously, as the honey can burn.
⏱️ 7 min
- 7
Once the chicken wings are cooked and crispy, remove them from the oven. Transfer the hot wings to a large clean bowl. Pour the prepared spicy glaze over the wings and toss gently until all the wings are thoroughly coated.
⏱️ 3 min
- 8
Serve the spicy glazed chicken wings immediately. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired, for added flavor and presentation.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Spicy Glazed Chicken Wings
For the Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings, pat dry, separated into drumettes and flats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Spicy Glaze
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup hot sauce, such as Frank's RedHot
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, (optional, for extra heat)
For Garnish
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted, optional
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and place an oven-safe wire rack on top. This allows air to circulate around the wings for crispier skin.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a large bowl, combine the pat-dried chicken wings with baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the wings are evenly coated. The baking powder helps to dry out the skin and make it extra crispy.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Arrange the seasoned chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack, ensuring they are not touching. This prevents steaming and promotes even crisping.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Bake the chicken wings for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, flip the wings and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 400 - 5
While the wings are baking, prepare the spicy glaze. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the hot sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well to combine.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Bring the glaze to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens. Be careful not to let it boil vigorously, as the honey can burn.
⏱️ 7 min - 7
Once the chicken wings are cooked and crispy, remove them from the oven. Transfer the hot wings to a large clean bowl. Pour the prepared spicy glaze over the wings and toss gently until all the wings are thoroughly coated.
⏱️ 3 min - 8
Serve the spicy glazed chicken wings immediately. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired, for added flavor and presentation.