Adjust a Heat Wings
Turn up (or dial down!) the flavor with "Adjust-a-Heat Wings," the ultimate customizable recipe for perfectly crispy, oven-baked chicken wings coated in a buttery, spicy, and slightly sweet sauce. This versatile dish allows you to control the heat level by tweaking the balance of hot sauce, honey, and optional cayenne pepper, making it a crowd-pleaser for spice lovers and mild enthusiasts alike. A touch of baking powder ensures irresistibly crispy skin without deep frying, while optional lime juice adds a zesty twist. Ready in just under an hour, these wings are perfect for game day, parties, or a casual dinner. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces, plus classic accompaniments like celery and carrot sticks, for a restaurant-quality meal right at home. Keywords: crispy chicken wings, customizable spicy wings, oven-baked wings, adjust heat level wings recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- 1 tbsp lime juice (optional for a tangy kick)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with vegetable oil.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken wings, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and baking powder. Toss until the wings are evenly coated.
Place the seasoned wings on the prepared baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer with some space between each piece for even cooking.
Bake the wings in the oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the hot sauce, honey, cayenne pepper (if using), and lime juice (if using). Mix until fully combined and warm. Adjust the quantities of hot sauce, honey, and cayenne to suit your desired heat level.
Remove the wings from the oven and transfer them into a large clean bowl. Pour the prepared sauce over the wings and toss until they are fully coated.
Serve the Adjust-a-Heat Wings immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and sides like celery sticks or carrot sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.2 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.0 g | 370% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 51.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1140 mg | 380% | |
| Sodium | 8876 mg | 386% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 177.5 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1722 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
