Description
Honey Sriracha Wings are a deliciously spicy and sweet appetizer combining crispy chicken wings with a sticky glaze made from honey, sriracha, and savory soy sauce. These wings offer a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, ideal for game day or casual gatherings. You can bake or air fry them for a crispy texture without the mess of deep frying.
Ingredients
Scale
Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings (fresh or thawed, skin on preferred)
Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Additional
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly using paper towels to remove any excess moisture, which is essential for achieving crispy skin when cooked.
- Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Coat the Wings: Place the wings in a large bowl or sealable plastic bag, pour the prepared sauce over them, and toss gently to ensure every wing is evenly coated.
- Cook the Wings: Arrange the wings on a greased baking sheet or in the air fryer basket in a single layer. If baking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking. If air frying, cook at 380°F (193°C) for 25-30 minutes, turning once for even crispiness.
- Add Extra Sauce: After cooking, toss the wings in any remaining sauce or brush on an extra layer of honey-sriracha glaze to achieve an irresistibly sticky finish.
Notes
- Patting the wings dry is key to getting crispy skin whether you bake or air fry them.
- Adjust sriracha sauce according to your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- You can prepare the wings a few hours ahead and marinate them in the sauce in the refrigerator for more intense flavor.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the wings and your appliance, so check for doneness and crispiness before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes (baking) or 30 minutes (air frying)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Honey Sriracha Wings, Spicy Chicken Wings, Sticky Wings, Appetizer, Game Day Snack, Baked Wings, Air Fryer Wings
