Honey Garlic Chicken Wings – Sticky, Sweet & Perfectly Crispy

These Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are everything a great wing should be—crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a rich honey garlic glaze that’s equal parts sweet and savory. Whether you’re serving them on game day, hosting a backyard barbecue, or looking for an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Made with Browning’s Clover Honey, these wings develop a beautifully caramelized glaze while letting the natural sweetness of pure honey shine through.

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Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4–6
Course: Appetizer or Main Dish
Difficulty: Easy
Recommended Honey: Browning’s Clover Honey, or Browning’s Jalapeño Cream Honey if you want a little kick!

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Why You’ll Love It

These Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are packed with bold flavor and have the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and garlicky goodness.

• Crispy on the outside and juicy inside
• Sweet and savory honey garlic glaze
• Great for game day, parties, or family dinners
• Easy to bake or air fry
• Naturally sweetened with pure honey

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Ingredients

For the Wings

• 2–3 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Honey Garlic Glaze

• ½ cup Browning’s Clover Honey
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water (optional, for a thicker glaze)

Garnish

• Sesame seeds
• Chopped parsley or green onions

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Instructions

Step 1 – Season the Wings

Preheat your oven to 425°F.

Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. Dry wings produce crispier skin.

Place the wings in a large bowl and toss with the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

Step 2 – Bake Until Crispy

Arrange the wings in a single layer on a wire rack set over a foil-lined baking sheet.

Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Air Fryer Option: Cook at 380°F for 22–25 minutes, shaking halfway through. Increase the temperature to 400°F for the final 3–5 minutes for extra crispiness.

Step 3 – Make the Honey Garlic Glaze

While the wings bake, combine the honey, garlic, soy sauce, butter, apple cider vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small saucepan.

Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 3–5 minutes.

For a thicker glaze, whisk in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for another minute until glossy.

Step 4 – Coat the Wings

Transfer the hot wings to a large bowl.

Pour the warm glaze over the wings and toss until evenly coated.

For an extra sticky finish, return the glazed wings to the oven for 5 minutes before serving.

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Pro Tips

• Pat the wings completely dry before seasoning for the crispiest skin.
• Use a wire rack to allow hot air to circulate around the wings.
• Simmer the glaze gently to avoid scorching the honey.
• Toss the wings while they’re still hot so the glaze coats evenly.
• Garnish just before serving for the freshest presentation.

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Variations

• Add Some Heat
  • Increase the crushed red pepper flakes or drizzle with your favorite hot sauce.
    
• Grill Instead
  • Grill the wings over medium heat until fully cooked, then toss with the warm glaze.
    
• Smoky Flavor
  • Add ½ teaspoon smoked paprika to the seasoning blend.
    
• Make It Extra Sticky
  • Brush on an additional layer of glaze during the final five minutes of baking.

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Storage

Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Reheat in a 375°F oven or air fryer for 8–10 minutes to restore their crispy texture. While these wings can be frozen for up to 2 months, they’re best enjoyed fresh.

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Why Use Honey?

Honey provides natural sweetness while adding rich flavor and helping create a beautifully caramelized glaze that perfectly complements the garlic and savory seasonings.

Want to learn more about cooking and baking with honey? The National Honey Board offers helpful tips on using honey in beverages, baking, and everyday recipes.

Learn more: https://www.honey.com/

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Tag @BrowningsHoney on social media and use #BrowningsHoney so we can feature your creations. If you enjoyed this recipe, leave a review and share it with family and friends.

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About Browning’s Honey

For more than 100 years, Browning’s Honey has been producing pure American honey. Our family has spent five generations caring for bees, supporting agriculture through pollination, and sharing the natural goodness of honey.

Whether you’re baking, grilling, creating refreshing drinks, or preparing savory family meals like these Honey Garlic Chicken Wings, we’re honored to be part of your kitchen.

Shop Browning’s Honey for pure, natural honey that’s perfect for every recipe.