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Our addicting Honey Garlic Chicken Wings begin with a fresh batch of wings that are seasoned with a blend of spices and flour. They’re baked until golden brown and crispy before being coated with a sweet, sticky, and spicy homemade wing sauce. If you like sweet and savory with a pinch of spiciness; You will love this delicious chicken wing recipe! This is a sponsored post in partnership with The Network Niche Influencer Agency on behalf of De La Viuda Hot Sauce. All opinions are my own.

These wings are probably the best oven-baked wings we’ve had in a while. We have been making this recipe for years, but recently decided to add a little bit of flavorful heat thanks to De La Viuda Hot Sauce which is now introduced to the US!
Ingredients
Before starting this recipe, you’ll want to verify that you have the following ingredients:
Chicken Wings
- Chicken Wings – We purchased 4 pounds of fresh chicken wings and carefully cut them into wingettes and drumettes. You can find wingettes and drumettes in the fresh meat, or freezer section of your local grocer. They are pricier so I typically prepare my own at home from whole chicken wings.
While I am familiar with this method of preparing chicken wings, you might not be. This article on WikiHow is really helpful if you need help on How to Cut Chicken Wings.
- Flour – All purpose flour is what you will need to coat the patted dry wings in before baking them in the oven. This helps the wings obtain a crispy skin in conjunction with the olive oil and high baking temperature.
- Olive Oil – You will need this to brush on the spiced and floured wings before baking them.
- Spices – Salt & pepper are all you need to initially bake these wings.
Spicy Honey Garlic Wing Sauce
- Honey – We used raw honey that was pourable. You do not want to use honeycomb, or the solid jarred types.
- Soy Sauce – Adds nice color and flavor to the sauce.
- Hot Sauce – Every sweet wing recipe needs its spicy counterpart. These wings come together so nicely with De La Viuda Original Hot Sauce. Two tablespoons of sauce provides rich, flavorful heat which is balanced with the other sauce additions.

De La Viuda Original Hot Sauce is a traditionally pure Mexican hot sauce that’s carefully crafted with chile de árbol peppers and artfully blended with an authentic mix of hand-selected premium ingredients and spices. It is a sauce that brings a perfect balance of flavor and heat.
They also have a green pepper variety that is masterfully balanced hot sauce paired with an inspired mix of poblano and habanero peppers to create a palette of flavor that is delightfully unique.

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- Garlic – Fresh garlic is our favorite! We added 5 cloves because why not? You could get away with 3 if you’re not a huge fan.
- Ginger – If you have never added fresh ginger to your wing sauce, you’re missing out! This adds a fragrant element that pairs so well with the spice and other additions.
- Spices – Onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper add a yummy trio of flavor.
- Water – To thin the sauce out a bit to stretch it out.
- Cornstarch – This will thicken the sauce and make it crave-worthy to stick to your crispy wings.
- Toasted sesame seeds – To garnish the wings (totally optional).
Equipment and Supplies Needed
We used the following equipment and supplies to make this recipe. Items that are optional or can be substituted will be noted.
- Oven – Set to 425 degrees F. Make sure the oven rack is in the center position. You can also grill these wings until clear juices run free. You will still need to coat them in sauce after grilling, and return them to the grill to finish them and seal in the flavor.
- Paper towels – to part wings dry before baking.
- Small stockpot – To cook the wing sauce in.
- Wooden spoon or rubber spatula – For cooking the wing sauce.
- Large baking sheet – The bigger, the better! We kind of crammed our wings on and it just worked out. However, next time I will space them out more on two sheets or one oven-sized baking sheet.
- Aluminum foil – This will line the baking sheet to make clean up easier because honey makes a huge mess!
- Parchment paper – These wings are baked at 425 degrees F. which is exactly what our parchment paper could handle. This will make the wings lift off the sheet effortlessly.
- Mixing bowls – To mix the wings with flour, and spices & to mix the baked wings with sauce before the additional baking times.
- Measuring cups & spoons – To measure out ingredients.
- Garlic press – This is what I used to extract all the precious flavor from the garlic and ginger.
- Basting brush – To coat the wings in the tasty sauce.
- Tongs – To easily flip the wings to bake both sides evenly and to remove the wings from the pan.

Directions
Pat wings dry with paper towels. Add them to a mixing bowl with the all-purpose flour, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine all surfaces.
Line wings on the prepared baking sheet and brush with a coating of olive oil.
Bake wings for 40 minutes total at 425 degrees F. Turning them once at the 20-minute mark to crisp all sides.

Combine all sauce ingredients except the cornstarch in the small stock pot. Bring to a boil, and then stir in the cornstarch. Simmer on low for 5 minutes; sauce will be thicker. Remove from heat and set aside.
Add wings to a large bowl and toss with the wing sauce. Add wings back to the parchment and foil lined pan. Bake for ten additional minutes to crisp them back up.

Garnish wings with sesame seeds before serving-enjoy!

Storage
If you want to store your Honey Garlic Chicken Wings, just follow these easy steps.

Refrigerator
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Heat in the microwave or toaster oven to warm.

Freezer
You can store these cooled, sauced wings in the freezer. Simply transfer wings to a clean parchment-lined baking sheet. Place wings in the freezer to freeze for about 3 hours. Once frozen, transfer wings to a freezer-safe bag or storage container. These wings will last up to 3 months when stored properly. To heat thawed wings, add them to a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
Recipe
Follow the recipe below to make Honey Garlic Chicken Wings! This recipe makes 6 SERVINGS, but you can adjust the recipe card for other serving sizes.
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Honey Garlic Chicken Wings (Oven Baked)
Our addicting Honey Garlic Chicken Wings begin with a fresh batch of wings that are seasoned with a blend of spices and flour. They're baked until golden brown and crispy before being coated with a sweet, sticky, and spicy homemade wing sauce. If you like sweet and savory with a pinch of spiciness; You will love this delicious chicken wing recipe!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 600cal
Author Amy Desrosiers
Cost $16
Equipment
Oven
paper towels
Small stockpot
Wooden spoons or rubber spatula
large baking sheet
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parchment paper
Mixing Bowls
Measuring cups & spoons
garlic press
Basting brush
Tongs
Ingredients
Chicken Wings
- 5 pounds Chicken wings (about 25 wings)
- ¼ cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Honey Garlic Sauce
- ½ cup Honey pourable variety
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons De La Viuda Original Hot Sauce
- 5 cloves fresh garlic freshly pressed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ginger freshly pressed
- ⅓ cup water
- ½ tablespoon corn starch
- ½ tablespoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish, optional
Instructions
Pat wings dry with paper towels. Add them to a mixing bowl with the all-purpose flour, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine all surfaces. Line wings on the prepared baking sheet and brush with a coating of olive oil.
Bake wings for 40 minutes total at 425°F. Turning them once at the 20-minute mark to crisp all sides.
Combine all sauce ingredients except the cornstarch in the small stock pot. Bring to a boil, and then stir in the cornstarch. Simmer on low for 5 minutes; sauce will be thicker. Remove from heat and set aside.
Add wings to a large bowl and toss with the wing sauce. Add wings back to the parchment and foil lined pan. Bake for ten additional minutes at 425°F. to crisp them back up.
Garnish wings with sesame seeds before serving-enjoy!
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Notes
Nutritional values may vary and are meant to be a guide.
STORAGE
If you want to store your Honey Garlic Chicken Wings, just follow these easy steps.
REFRIGERATOR
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Heat in the microwave or toaster oven to warm.
FREEZER
You can store these cooled, sauced wings in the freezer. Simply transfer wings to a clean parchment-lined baking sheet. Place wings in the freezer to freeze for about 3 hours. Once frozen, transfer wings to a freezer-safe bag or storage container. These wings will last up to 3 months when stored properly. To heat thawed wings, add them to a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 5wings | Calories: 600cal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 157mg | Sodium: 937mg | Potassium: 395mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 308IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 3mg
About Amy Desrosiers
Hi! I am Amy! I am a former teacher, fueled by coffee, and cheese. I love photography and always have a camera handy! I might be a little obsessed with cute photography props, and Rae Dunn, but all is good! Welcome to my site! I hope you find an easy to make recipe, or product you might also love!
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imsen says
This chicken wings looks so yummy! definitely gonna try it!Reply
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Honey Garlic Chicken Wings (Oven Baked)? ›
Is It Better to Bake Chicken Wings at 350 or 400? You can bake chicken wings at both 350°F and 400°F. Baking at a higher temperature (400°F) will result in crispy skin in a shorter amount of time. A 350° F oven will still result in crispy skin, it will just take longer to crisp and cook all the way through.
Should I bake wings at 350 or 400? ›Is It Better to Bake Chicken Wings at 350 or 400? You can bake chicken wings at both 350°F and 400°F. Baking at a higher temperature (400°F) will result in crispy skin in a shorter amount of time. A 350° F oven will still result in crispy skin, it will just take longer to crisp and cook all the way through.
How long does it take to bake chicken wings in the oven at 350 degrees? ›Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash and dry the chicken wings, then place them on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown and cooked through.
Should I put sauce on wings before baking? ›Most oven-baked chicken wings are tossed in sauce after they have been cooked, which means that the skin needs to be perfectly crisp to soak up all the sauce. Thoroughly pat the wings dry with paper towels before seasoning them with salt and placing them on a baking sheet.
What temperature do you cook chicken wings in the oven? ›The ideal oven temperature for crispy baked wings is 425°F.
Is 400 too high to bake chicken? ›Can I cook chicken breast at 400 degrees? Turn up the oven and start preheating for a delicious weeknight dinner. Baking chicken breasts at 400°F is an effortless way to prepare juicy, succulent poultry with unforgettable flavor.
How long does it take to cook wings at 400? ›How long does it take for chicken wings to bake at 400° F? If you want your chicken wings crispy, bake them in a 400° F oven for about 40 minutes. You can reduce the temp of the oven to 170 and keep them in the oven for 20-30 more minutes to make the skin extra crispy.
Should you cover chicken wings when baking? ›Should you cover chicken wings when baking them? Chicken wings should not be covered in the oven. Covering the wings will steam them and they won't get brown and crispy.
What is the best cooking method for wings? ›Food stylist Richmond Flores' go-to method is marinating the wings and then steaming them before frying. This method, he says, imparts tremendous flavor and tenderizes the meat, but more importantly, the steaming helps render the fat from the skin which then allows the wings to crisp up perfectly.
How do you tell if baked chicken wings are done? ›For properly cooked chicken, if you cut into it and the juices run clear, then the chicken is fully cooked. If the juices are red or have a pinkish color, your chicken may need to be cooked a bit longer.
Should I coat wings in oil before baking? ›
Toss with Oil or Baking Powder: Toss with a little oil so the skin crisps up beautifully. Arrange: Place the wings on a wire rack in a single layer with the skin side up. Bake at a High Heat: Bake until well-browned, and ultra-crispy.
Why do people put flour on wings? ›Flour – Helps form a crispy coating around the chicken. Baking Powder – Forms a reaction with the skin and helps dry it out, which is crucial to a crispy skin.
Should I fry wings at 350 or 375? ›Fried wings tips and temps
The temperature needs to be lower to allow the meat to cook without overcooking the skin. 350°F (177°C) is the perfect temperature. To make sure your oil has achieved the right temperature for frying, don't drip in a breadcrumb or pinch of flour to see if it sizzles.
- Preheat oven to 250°F.
- Place a rack onto a cookie sheet.
- In a large bowl, toss the flats and drumettes with the baking powder and salt. ...
- After 30 minutes, leave them in there and raise the heat to 425°F until brown and crispy, 40-50 minutes.
- Take wings out and let rest 5 minutes.
Is it better to cook chicken breasts at 400° or 425°? 425°F is the best temperature to bake your chicken breasts. This higher temperature allows the chicken to cook more quickly and gives it less of a chance to dry out.
Is it better to bake chicken at 400 or 450? ›400 degrees Fahrenheit is the best temperature for cooking chicken breasts that are juicy, tender, and full of flavor.
Do you bake chicken at 400 covered or uncovered? ›You never have to worry about covering chicken while baking, as it's fine to bake it uncovered. Once your chicken is in the oven, it's hands-free until you need to check the temperature. Then, you can whip up a no-cook appetizer, side dish, or dessert if you're feeling ambitious. Was this page helpful?
Why are my baked chicken wings tough? ›The internal temperature of the baked wings should reach about 185F-190F for best results. At 165F, chicken wings taste a little tough and under-cooked. Heat them up to 185F-190F and they become wonderfully fall-off-the-bone tender, while still being moist and juicy. If cooked past 190F the wings will start to dry out.
How long to cook chicken on 400? ›Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Toss the chicken breasts with olive oil, herbs, and spices (per recipe below). Lightly grease a baking dish or pan so the chicken breasts don't stick. Bake chicken breasts for 22-26 minutes or until they reach 165°F.
Is it better to use flour or baking powder on chicken wings? ›The secret ingredient to super crispy baked chicken wings is Baking POWDER. Please be sure to use baking powder and NOT baking SODA. In addition, make sure your baking POWDER is aluminum free. Using baking soda will give your wings an off taste, so be sure you don't mix them up.
How do you cook chicken wings without drying them out? ›
The best way to reheat a delicious chicken wing is in the oven. This method will give you a crisped exterior and a moist and juicy inside. If you are worried about your wings drying out, spritz them with water before putting them in the oven.
Do you need to flip chicken when baking? ›You don't need to flip the chicken while baking. The time that it's in the oven will make sure that it's cooked all the way through without needing to adjust the positioning.
Is it better to bake or broil chicken wings? ›How do you keep chicken wings crispy? Broiling your wings will make them the most crispy. However if you want them even crispier, you can try coating them in a bit of seasoned baking powder (not baking powder) before broiling and spray them with a bit of olive oil.
Can you overcook wings in the oven? ›Overcooking risks drying the inside out. If serving the wings with sauce, coat them while they're hot out of the oven. Enjoy!
Do you coat wings before or after cooking? ›The trick is to cook the wings at a high temperature, and to coat them with baking powder after patting them dry and seasoning them.
Why is my baked chicken wings not crispy? ›bake on low then high – usually, the fat under the skin is part of the reason why baked wings don't get really crispy. In this recipe, we start at a low temp first which melts the fat under the skin, then we crank up the oven which makes the skin super crispy!
Why are my chicken wings not getting crispy in the oven? ›If the chicken isn't dry then the chicken wings won't crisp up so please make sure you really pat the chicken down using paper towels. Next thing you'll need is a cookie sheet. Put the baking rack inside of the cookie sheet. Spray your rack with cooking spray.
Should chicken wings be room temperature before baking? ›Preheat your oven to 450”F for at least 20 minutes. Makes sure the oven temperature actually reached 450”F before baking the wings. Bring the wings to room temperature and let them rest on the kitchen counter while your oven is heating up, for at least 20 minutes.
How do you're crisp wings in the oven? ›Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Spread your wings on a baking sheet in a single layer. Put the wings in the oven and reheat for 10-20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer stuck in the meatiest wing reads 165 degrees.
Should I use cornstarch or baking powder for crispy chicken wings? ›Ingredients You Need to Make Baked Buffalo Wings
Cornstarch: not baking powder and certainly not baking soda - read why below. Kosher Salt: or fine sea salt.
Is dry rub or sauce better for wings? ›
One of the best ways out there to make them truly sing is to use a dry rub. Especially when compared to marinade or a simple sauce, a dry rub is going to give chicken wings a deeper flavor, a crisp exterior, and save you all of the time waiting for them to marinate.
How do you keep wings moist? ›- Don't Run Out. Ever wondered how many wings you're really taking down during all-you-can-eat wing night? ...
- Go for the Good Stuff. Like anything in life, you get what you pay for. ...
- Trim Them. ...
- Dry Brine. ...
- Cook a Little Longer. ...
- Get Saucy. ...
- Don't Wing It.
It may sounds unappealing, but coating chicken wings in seasoned baking powder is what makes the skin super crispy. You won't taste it in the end results, so long as you use aluminium-free. To be clear, make sure you use baking powder, NOT baking soda, because there is a big difference!
Should I toss wings in flour or cornstarch? ›Cornstarch Is the Key to Crispy Wings
wings tossed with cornstarch before grilling. The wings with cornstarch were crispier and held onto the crispness even when tossed with sauce; the cornstarch absorbs some of the moisture on the skin and helps the wings crisp up.
Use evaporated milk to help the seasoned flour coating stick to the chicken wings before cooking in hot oil for delicious fried chicken wings.
How do you get batter to stick to wings? ›Place the breaded chicken on a cooling rack (or a platter) and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This cooling time will help the layers of breading ingredients solidify and adhere better after the chicken cooks.
How long to bake frozen wings at 400? ›Directions. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Arrange frozen chicken wings in a single layer in a shallow baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Can you fry wings at 400? ›That is, I put raw wings directly into a pot of 400°F canola oil and cooked them until they were crisp on the outside. This took about 12 minutes.
How long to deep fry wings at 400? ›Heat oil to 400 degrees. In a small sauce pan melt butter and combine with bottle of Frank's hot sauce. Once melted turn heat down to low. Fry chicken 6-8 minutes or until internal temp reached 165 degrees.
How long to cook chicken wings in oil at 375 degrees? ›In a large saucepan or deep fryer, heat the oil to about 375°. Fry the chicken wings in small batches until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Shake off any excess oil and place on paper towels to drain.
How long does it take to cook chicken wing at 350 fryer? ›
Dip chicken wings into the egg/milk wash and then dredge in the seasoned flour. Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy duty pan over medium-high heat. Once oil reaches 350 degrees begin frying chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, 5 - 7 minutes.
How long to cook drumsticks in the oven at 400? ›A good rule of thumb is to bake chicken drumsticks at 400°F (204°C) for about 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Be sure to turn them half-way through so both sides of the drumstick are cooked evenly.
How long to bake thawed chicken wings at 375? ›7. Bake in preheated 375°F oven 40 minutes or until chicken wings are to an internal temperature of 190°F.
Is it better to fry or bake your wings? ›Deep frying makes them crispy, to be sure, but it obliterates the nuanced flavor of the skin. Roasting, on the other hand, caramelizes the skin and renders the fat, creating more complex taste.
Is baking powder or flour better for chicken wings? ›Flour – Helps form a crispy coating around the chicken. Baking Powder – Forms a reaction with the skin and helps dry it out, which is crucial to a crispy skin. Cayenne Sauce – Frank's Red Hot or something similar. This is not a wing sauce, although that can be used.
Are wings done when they float? ›It should float toward the top when it is about ready. If the oil is smoking, it is too hot. Another tip: Remove chicken -- or whatever your are frying -- from the refrigerator about 20 minutes before frying.
Should I thaw frozen wings before baking? ›Can frozen chicken wings be baked? Never cook meat from a frozen state, always thaw first. Because you will be parboiling these anyway, you can thaw them quickly in cold water, then parboil them.
Do you cook chicken wings frozen or thawed? ›You can't bake frozen wings in the oven or fry them in a deep fryer. They need to be defrosted first. However, with the air fryer, you can cook wings straight from the freezer. You'll still get crispy, delicious wings and there's no need to defrost them first!