Make delicious crispy baked honey buffalo wings right in your oven. This recipe delivers spicy-sweet flavor and a satisfying crunch without the need for frying.
Author:Hannah Rodger
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:45-50 minutes
Total Time:55-60 minutes
Yield:4-6 servings
Category:Appetizer
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds chicken wings, flats and drumettes separated
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for crispiness.
In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 25 minutes.
Flip the wings and bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the buffalo sauce, honey, and butter. Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Once the wings are crispy, remove them from the oven.
In the large bowl, toss the hot wings with the honey buffalo sauce until well coated.
Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crispiness, you can broil the wings for the last 2-3 minutes, watching them closely to prevent burning.
Adjust the amount of honey or buffalo sauce to suit your preference for sweetness and spice.
Serve with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for a complete appetizer.