Wing Zzzingers
Turn up the heat with these irresistible Wing Zzzingers! Perfectly crispy chicken wings are coated in a bold, zesty glaze made with honey, hot sauce, lime juice, and a hint of minced garlic, delivering the ultimate balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. The wings are first dredged in a seasoned flour mixture, ensuring a golden, crunchy exterior, and then fried to perfection. Tossed in a simmered sauce laced with red chili flakes for a subtle kick, these wings are the ideal game-day snack or party platter showstopper. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and extra flavor, and watch these crowd-pleasing Wing Zzzingers disappear in no time! Pair with your favorite dipping sauce and serve immediately for maximum crunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 4 cups vegetable oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 0.25 cup hot sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 stalks green onion (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels, then cut them at the joints to separate into drumettes and wingettes. Discard wing tips or save for stock.
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Dredge the chicken wings in the flour mixture, making sure each piece is well coated. Shake off any excess flour and place the wings on a plate.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the chicken wings in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for approximately 8–10 minutes per batch, or until the wings are golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Remove the cooked wings from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate. Continue frying the remaining wings.
While frying the chicken, make the sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the honey, hot sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and red chili flakes. Stir well and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Place the fried wings in a large mixing bowl and pour the hot sauce mixture over them. Toss well to ensure every piece is coated in the zesty glaze.
Transfer the wings to a serving platter and garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy your Wing Zzzingers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 251.5 g | 322% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.7 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 222 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 888 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.1 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 544 mg | 12% | |
*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.
