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Easy Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Wings

Easy Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Wings

5 from 2 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

Make Easy Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Wings at home! Crispy, sweet, and spicy wings coated in a sticky honey rub for an irresistible appetizer or dinner.

Ingredients 

  • 18 Chicken wings, bone-in wings
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper, optional
  • 1/3 cup Honey
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
  • 1/4 cup Hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Vinegar

Instructions

  • Pat the 18 Chicken wings dry with paper towels.
  • In a large bowl, toss the wings with1 1/2 teaspoons Salt, 1 teaspoon Black pepper 1 teaspoon Garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper until evenly coated.
  • Air Fryer: Preheat to 380°F. Arrange wings in a single layer and cook for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  • Oven: Preheat to 425°F. Bake on a lined baking sheet for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Deep Fry: Heat 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry wings 6–8 minutes per side until fully cooked and crispy.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the 3 tablespoons Butter Stir in 1/3 cup Honey, 1/4 cup Hot sauce, and 1 teaspoon Vinegar Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.
  • Place the cooked wings in a large bowl and pour the hot honey rub over them. Toss until each wing is fully coated.
  • Serve immediately while hot with your favorite dipping sauce or sides. Perfect for game days, dinner, or snacking.

Equipment

  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 492kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 27gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 997mgPotassium: 266mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 2mg