Spicy Wings
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with these irresistibly crispy and flavorful Spicy Wings! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of baking powder for that ultimate crunch, these oven-baked wings are a healthier take on a beloved classic. The pièce de résistance? A bold, buttery hot sauce glaze spiked with honey, cayenne pepper, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, delivering the perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Ready in under an hour, this easy recipe is a must-have for game day spreads, party appetizers, or casual family dinners. Pair these spicy chicken wings with creamy ranch or blue cheese dip and crunchy celery sticks for the ultimate crowd-pleasing feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder (not baking soda)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet.
In a large mixing bowl, pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps them crisp up in the oven.
In a separate bowl, combine baking powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the chicken wings and toss to coat them thoroughly.
Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack. Make sure they are not touching to allow for even cooking.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking to ensure both sides are crispy.
While the wings are baking, prepare the spicy sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in hot sauce, honey, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice. Mix until the sauce is smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the wings are done baking and golden brown, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the spicy sauce over the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.
Serve the spicy wings immediately with your favorite dipping sauce (ranch or blue cheese) and celery sticks on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 190 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 1395 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 466 mg | 10% | |
*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.
