Easy Honey Hot Wings

Ingredients

• 2 pounds party wings
• 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon baking powder, aluminum free, (DO NOT USE baking soda)
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt, (Diamond Crystal)
• 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/3 cup Frank's hot sauce
• 3 1/2 tablespoons salted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. 1

   Remove chicken from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Rinse and pat dry with a paper towel. It is essential for chicken to be dry as this will aid in crispier skin.

2. 2

   Place oven rack on upper middle position. Preheat oven to 425°F.

3. 3

   Place garlic powder, baking powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl and whisk to combine.

4. 4

   Place wings in a bowl then top with seasoning mixture. Toss to coat well.

5. 5

   Place wire rack inside of baking sheet. Place chicken on wire rack then transfer to the oven. Bake for 35 minutes. Once timer sets off, flip chicken then place back in the oven. Increase oven temp to 450°F and set a timer for 25 minutes. Check the chicken at the 10 minutes mark and continue to cook until crispy. If. you need to continue to bake in addition to the 25 minutes, bake in 5-minute increments.

6. 6

   Meanwhile, heat saucepan over medium heat. Add butter, hot sauce, honey, and garlic powder. Bring mixture to a simmer and whisk to combine blend ingredients well. Cook for 2 minutes, then set aside until ready to use.

7. 7

   Place cooked wings in a large mixing bowl then top with sauce. Toss wings until evenly coated with sauce. Serve as an appetizer or with rice.