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Crispy Firecracker Chicken Wings Recipe with Hot Honey Glaze

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These crispy firecracker chicken wings are baked to golden perfection and coated with a sticky, sweet, and spicy hot honey glaze. Perfect for game day or casual gatherings, they offer a delicious balance of heat and sweetness with a crunchy texture.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
  • ¼ cup hot honey (about 3.4 tablespoons or 85 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (30 grams)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels to remove moisture.
  3. In a large bowl, combine baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Toss the wings in the dry mix until evenly coated.
  5. Arrange the wings on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet, spacing them for air circulation.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through, until deep golden brown and crisp. Reduce temperature by 10-15 degrees if burning occurs.
  7. While wings bake, prepare the hot honey glaze by gently heating hot honey, apple cider vinegar, butter, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small saucepan over low heat until smooth and glossy. Remove from heat.
  8. Transfer baked wings to a large bowl and pour the warm hot honey glaze over them. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat every wing.
  9. Serve immediately for best crunch and flavor. Optionally garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds.

Notes

Use baking powder, not baking soda, to avoid bitterness and achieve extra crispiness. Dry wings thoroughly before coating. Use a wire rack for even air circulation and crisp skin. Heat glaze gently to prevent butter separation and honey scorching. Toss wings in warm glaze to maintain crispiness. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut or neutral oil. Wings can be baked ahead and reheated under broiler or air fryer to restore crispiness.

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