Oh, the love affair with chicken wings just never ends, does it? I still remember devouring a plate of spicy wings during the Super Bowl last year—so tangy and fiery, it felt like a dance party in my mouth! But these Easy Spicy Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings? They’re a whole new level of delicious chaos that might just steal the show at your next gathering.
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil. Place an oven-safe wire rack on top of the foil.
- In a small bowl, mix together the baking powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Put the chicken wing sections in a large bowl. Sprinkle half of the baking powder mixture over the wings and toss them to ensure an even coat. Add the remaining mixture and toss again for thorough coverage.
- Arrange the coated wings on the wire rack set on the baking sheet.
- Bake the wings for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Turn the wings over and bake for another 20 minutes. Turn them once more and continue baking until they are brown and crispy, which should take about 15 additional minutes. Once done, transfer the wings to a large bowl.
- For the glaze, combine honey, sriracha sauce, seasoned rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a bowl and whisk until smooth. Pour the glaze over the wings and toss them to ensure they are fully coated.
- Move the glazed wings to a serving dish and sprinkle sesame seeds over them as desired.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 ½ pounds chicken wing sections
- ? cup honey
- ? cup sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Nutritional Values
Calories: 1260 | Total Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 236mg | Sodium: 12608mg | Total Carbohydrate: 116g | Dietary Fiber: 4g | Total Sugars: 96g | Protein: 76g | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 1696mg | Iron: 12mg | Potassium: 668mg
FAQ
- How do I achieve crispy chicken wings in the oven?
- To get crispy wings, it’s essential to coat them thoroughly with a mixture of baking powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Bake the wings on a wire rack set over a foil-lined baking sheet at 425°F (220°C), turning them every 20 minutes to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- What is the purpose of using baking powder in this recipe?
- Baking powder helps make the chicken wings crispy. It draws moisture away from the skin, allowing it to become crispy as it bakes.
- Can I adjust the spiciness of the Honey Sriracha Glaze?
- Yes, you can modify the heat level of the glaze by changing the amount of sriracha sauce. Reduce the sriracha for a milder glaze, or add more for extra heat.
- Is it necessary to use an oven-proof wire rack when baking the wings?
- Using an oven-proof wire rack allows air to circulate around the wings, which helps them cook evenly and become crispy. If you don’t have a wire rack, you can place the wings directly on the foil-lined baking sheet, but they may not be as crispy.
- How can I serve these wings for a party?
- After baking and glazing the wings, transfer them to a serving platter and sprinkle sesame seeds over the top. You can also serve them with extra sriracha sauce or a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Tips
- To achieve extra crispy wings, ensure they are thoroughly coated with the baking powder mixture and spaced apart on the wire rack to allow even air circulation.
- For a more intense flavor, consider marinating the wings in the baking powder mixture overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
- Adjust the level of spiciness in the glaze by varying the amount of sriracha sauce according to your taste preference.
- To add a touch of freshness and color, sprinkle chopped green onions or cilantro over the glazed wings before serving.
Equipment
- Oven-proof wire rack
- Baking sheet (if not already available)
- Aluminum foil (if not already available)