# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Wings
01 - 1.5 lbs chicken wings, split at joints, tips removed
02 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
03 - 1 tsp kosher salt
04 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
→ Honey BBQ Sauce
07 - 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
08 - 1/4 cup honey
09 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional, for richness)
10 - 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
11 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F or heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F if frying. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top for baking.
02 - Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss wings with vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange wings in a single layer on the prepared rack or baking sheet, ensuring pieces are not touching for proper air circulation.
04 - Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden brown. If frying, cook wings in batches for 8–10 minutes until deep golden and cooked through, draining on paper towels.
05 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine barbecue sauce, honey, butter if using, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper. Stir until butter melts and sauce is smooth, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
06 - Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl. Pour warm honey BBQ sauce over wings and toss to coat evenly, ensuring all pieces are glazed.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions if desired. Pairs well with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing.
