Tangy Crispy Oven-Baked Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
These oven-baked Honey BBQ Chicken Wings are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a sweet, tangy homemade honey BBQ glaze. Perfect for game day, parties, or an easy family dinner without deep frying.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- aluminum foil
- wire rack
- large mixing bowl
- small saucepan
- basting brush
- tongs
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats combined), thawed and patted dry
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Halal Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil until evenly coated.
- Arrange the seasoned wings on the wire rack in a single layer without touching.
- Bake the wings for 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the honey, BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a small saucepan. Warm over medium-low heat while stirring occasionally.
- Remove the wings from the oven and brush them generously with the honey BBQ sauce, reserving some sauce for serving if desired.
- Return the wings to the oven and bake for another 15–20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let the wings cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 10–15 minutes to restore crispiness. Reserve extra honey BBQ sauce for dipping if desired.