Summer is right around the corner and it’s time for some good old-fashioned barbecue and bbq chicken wings are my favorite. Whether I have them as an appetizer for a game day, for a weeknight or weekend dinner or I’m just craving wings, there is nothing like tasty, tangy and sticky bbq wings. With this oven baked bbq wings recipe, you don’t have to fire up the grill to make them. This delicious recipe is made right in your oven and they taste just a good those made on the grill.
In this blog post, I will give you easy step by step instructions on how to make this great honey BBQ Wings recipe. So the next time you’re craving honey bbq wings try this easy recipe, you won’t be disappointed.
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How to Make Honey BBQ Wings
Baked honey BBQ Wings are a delicious dish that can be prepared at anytime. To make these wings, it take very few ingredient, most of which you may already have. The key to making the best honey bbq wings is to use high quality ingredients, create the flavor combination that you desire and baking your wings to crispy perfection. Watch the below tutorial and read the instructions for clear, step by step instructions for the best baked bbq wings!
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Ingredients
- Chicken wings – Make sure your chicken is fresh for optimum flavor. Feel free to use chicken wing parts or the whole chicken for this recipe.
- Barbecue sauce – the key flavor ingredient. You can pick from a variety of flavors (hickory, sweet, tangy) to meet your desired outcome.
- Honey – Add the sweetness to this delicious dish. I like my honey bbq chicken with just a hint of sweetness but don’t be afraid to add more if you desire.
- Olive oil – The Olive Oil is used to guarantee the seasoning/spice adhere to the chicken and it aids in adding crispiness to your wings.
- Soy sauce – Soy sauce add a rich tangy flavor to your wings.
- Paprika – Paprika adds a mild smoky flavor. This flavor is perfect for balancing the sweetness of the honey.
- Salt & Black pepper – The black pepper adds a hint of spice and the salt give this dish a savory flavor we expect.
What You Will Need
Instructions
Step 1: Preparation
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Be certain you have thoroughly wash your chicken wings and dried them with paper towels.
Step 2: Season the Chicken for Honey BBQ Wings
In a large bowl, drizzle your chicken wings with olive oil and mix to ensuring they are evenly coated. Next, season the wings with salt, black pepper, and paprika, again mixing well to ensure the seasonings are even distribution.
Step 3: Making the Sauce for Honey BBQ Wings
In a separate bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, honey, and soy sauce until you have a smooth, well-combined sauce. Set the sauce aside for later.
Step 4: Baking the Honey BBQ Wings
Place the prepared seasoned chicken wings on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. This allows for even cooking and crispy skin. Bake the wings for 20 minutes.
Step 5: Coating with Barbecue Sauce
After your wings have cooked for 20 minutes, remove them from the oven and generously brush them with the prepared honey BBQ sauce. Ensure each wing is well coated then return the wings to the oven for another 20 minutes.
After your wings have baked for another 20 minutes, remove them again. Apply another coat of the prepared bbq sauce, then increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Bake the wings for a final 20 minutes, or until your wings are crispy, caramelized and cooked through.
These baked honey bbq wings are juicy, tender and delicious. Save this recipe for those summer days when you don’t want to fire up the grill but still want tasty bbq chicken wings.
What to Eat With Honey BBQ Wings
When it comes to what to pair with these wings, the sky is truly the limit. Think of all your cookout/picnic favorites such as potato salad, coleslaw, black bean salad, chicken salad, and/or garden salad. Add some potato chips and sweet tea and you have the perfect summer meal. If you are looking for a heartier dish, try pairing these honey bbq wings with some soul food classics such as collard greens, mac and cheese and cornbread. Baked honey bbq wings pair well with so many side dishes. Be creative and create a meal that you will absolutely enjoy!
What to Do With Leftovers
Honey bbq wings can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezing these wings are a great idea. It allows you to enjoy these mouthwatering wings at anytimes. When freezing, place the wings in a freezer-safe bag or container and store for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
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- Garlic Parmesan Wings
- Smothered Chicken Wings
- Honey Glazed Ham
- Perfect Fried Chicken
- Oven Baked BBQ Thighs
Best Baked Honey BBQ Wings
4
servings10
minutes58
minutesIngredients
1-1/2 chicken wings
1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
1 cup honey
1/4 cup olive oil
soy sauce
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Thoroughly wash your chicken wings and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil until each wing is evenly coated. Then, season the wings with salt, black pepper, and paprika, mixing well to ensure even distribution.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, honey, and soy sauce until you have a smooth, well-combined sauce.
- Place the seasoned chicken wings on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. This allows for even cooking and crispy skin. Bake the wings for 20 minutes.
- Remove the wings from the oven and generously brush them with the honey BBQ sauce. Ensure each wing is well coated. Return the wings to the oven for another 20 minutes.
- Remove the wings again, apply another coat of sauce, and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Bake for a final 20 minutes, or until the wings are caramelized and cooked through.
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