Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
DISCLAIMER: This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I make a small commission off items you purchase at no additional cost to you. Please read my policy page!
Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
Get ready to indulge in finger-licking goodness with these Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings. With a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, these wings are oven-baked to crispy perfection, then coated in a sticky honey BBQ sauce that will leave you craving more. Perfect for game nights, gatherings, or simply satisfying those wing cravings, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. Completely Gluten-free, Dairy-free + Air-fryer option.
It's almost criminal that I have so many BBQ recipes on my site and am only just now sharing Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings made with my famous Homemade BBQ Sauce! These wings are the epitome of sweet, sticky, and BBQ goodness—a beloved appetizer found in many restaurants but they are SO EASY to make at home! Perfect for game days or satisfying dinner cravings, they're a hit with my boys—they can never resist a plate of tasty chicken wings! Haha
If you haven't tried making your own BBQ sauce yet I definitely recommend trying! I use it for everything from coating chicken wings to slathering it on pizza, BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches, BBQ Jerk Lobster, Vegan BBQ Meatballs, and more!
This chicken wing recipe is overall super easy to make, the perfect balance between savory, tangy + sweet, can be done in both the oven or air-fryer, is completely family-friendly, and is the best addition to so many meal ideas, gatherings, and BBQs!
Jump to:
- What Are The Two Types of Wings?
- How To Make Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
- Ingredients
- How to Prep + Season Wings
- Why You Will LOVE Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
- Do You Bake or Airfry Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings?
- Tips + Tricks For The BEST Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
- What Dips Go Well With Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings?
- What to Serve With Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
- Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings Q + A's
- More Wing Recipes to Try Next!
- MADE OUR RECIPE(S)?
- Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
What Are The Two Types of Wings?
When it comes to wings, there are two types: Drums (a.k.a. drumettes) and flats (a.k.a. wingettes). The drums actually look like miniature chicken legs and have one single bone in the middle surrounded by meat, whereas the flats are “flat” and contain two smaller bones that run the length of the wing.
How To Make Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
In just 4 simple steps, you'll have those ultra-sticky wings you've been craving. First, we prep + clean, and marinate then, we coat; and finally, we bake + toss the wings in a delicious sauce! These wings do not disappoint y'all!
Ingredients
CHICKEN WINGS:
- Organic chicken wings, disjointed. The star of the show, providing the juicy and meaty base!
- Herbs + Seasonings. You can use my On Everything All-Purpose Blend for great ease and authentic flavor or make your own homemade blend.
- BBQ Sauce. I use my Homemade BBQ Sauce but you could also use your fave store brought one!
- Raw honey. I find raw organic honey to have the best flavor. Nate's Organic is a great option!
How to Prep + Season Wings
Baking these chicken wings is generally an easy process. You first start by cleaning and washing your chicken pieces to ensure that they are clean and ready to be seasoned. I like to wash my chicken wings with both vinegar and lemon to help keep things clean and sanitized.
Once your chicken wings are clean, then it’s time to pat them dry and season them! I’m all about seasoning every “layer” of my food, therefore, the chicken gets direct seasonings. Let everything marinate for 10-15 minutes or 1-2 days (or overnight tightly wrapped in the refrigerator) for the best results.
SHOP MY FAVORITE TOOLS FOR BAKING, ESPECIALLY FOR THESE WINGS!
Here, I’ve curated a list of baking essentials that I use to achieve my favorite baked goods, especially with these Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings. Everything from my pan, wooden spoons, parchment paper, and more. SEE THEM HERE!
Why You Will LOVE Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
- Strikes the ideal balance between tangy, smoky + subtly sweet flavors
- Versatile snack, appetizer, or side option.
- Boasts of a great dairy-free + gluten-free option.
- The perfect crispiness on the outside + juiciness on the inside!
- Addictively tasty + irresistible for the entire family.
Do You Bake or Airfry Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings?
Of course, both methods of making these honey BBQ chicken wings are effective. However, if you’re wondering whether you’d be able to also make these wings in an air-fryer—-then yes!
To make your crispy chicken wings in an air fryer, it's very similar to doing it the oven. The only difference would be the cook time and adding them to a basket versus a baking sheet. Once you've seasoned and dusted your chicken wings, add them to your air fryer basket, spray with cooking oil, and cook them at 360 degrees for 10-15 minutes. NOTE: You might want to spray your basket with cooking oil to ensure that your chicken doesn't stick to it during cooking.
As you know, this chicken wings recipe is for baked wings and honestly, they’re just as crispy as using them in the air fryer--- so the choice is yours!
Tips + Tricks For The BEST Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
To make sure your wings get as crispy as possible without needing an actual "coating", follow these simple tips:
- After rinsing your wings, be sure to pat dry completely until they are as dry as possible before marinating them.
- Make sure each wing has plenty of space on the baking sheet or baking dish. The airflow helps things crisp up.
- When using a baking sheet, add a wire rack atop the parchment paper so that wings can crisp up nicely on all sides.
- Broiling your wings for about 5 minutes or so helps to get them nice and crispy without burning.
What Dips Go Well With Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings?
This easy chicken wings recipe is full of flavor all on their own. But who doesn’t love to dunk and dip?
Serve your wings with any (or all) of these tasty condiments:
- Homemade BBQ sauce
- Ranch Sauce
- Creamy Lemon Garlic Dressing
- In-N-Out Sauce
- Honey mustard
- Creamy Chipotle Dressing/Sauce
- Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce
- Salsa verde
- Hot sauce!
- Jalapeno Ranch Sauce
- Pesto sauce
What to Serve With Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
They're just perfect with anything, and I know that I might be biased because of my absolute LOVE for chicken wings as a whole. Haha. Although these wings make for the perfect handheld appetizer, I also love making these wings during the week along with my favorites like-
Grain/buddha bowls: Create a delicious Buddha bowl with all your favorite grains and vegetables, like this Fall Harvest Farro Bowl or this Healthy Pesto Buddha Bowl
Salads: Pair with a refreshing salad like Roasted Cauliflower Green Goddess Salad or Fall Harvest BBQ Chickpea Kale Salad for a light and vibrant accompaniment.
Loaded fries: Create a more indulgent treat by serving the wings with a side of loaded cheesy fries or sweet potato wedges. Try these BBQ Quinoa Taco Fries and Learn How To Make THE BEST crispy seasoned French fries
Garlic bread: Elevate your wing experience with a plate of steaming hot garlic bread like this Cheesy Kale Garlic Bread or this Homemade Texas Toast Garlic Bread, perfect for soaking up the delicious orange sauce.
Rice or quinoa: Consider serving the sticky wings with a side of basmati rice, brown rice or this Vegan Quinoa Fried Rice to absorb the flavors and provide a fulfilling base.
Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings Q + A's
Any leftovers can be kept in a tightly sealed container and refrigerated for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit or microwave when ready to serve.
After cleaning and rinsing your wings, if the chicken isn't dry by patting them dry then the chicken wings won't crisp up. As mentioned in my tips section of the post, using a baking sheet with a wire rack is key.
To add a kick, consider incorporating a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes into the seasoning mix, OR try adding some adding cajun seasoning!
Absolutely, you can use frozen wings, but ensure they are thoroughly thawed before cooking to achieve the desired crispy texture.
More Wing Recipes to Try Next!
Now that you're on a snacking kick with this Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings recipe, give these recipes that your entire family will love a try next.
- Lemon Pepper Buffalo Wings
- Classic Oven Baked Buffalo Wings
- Baked Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wings
- Spicy Orange Chicken Wings
- Sticky Peach Chicken Wings
MADE OUR RECIPE(S)?
If you tried this Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings recipe or any other recipe on my website, please please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how you go in the 📝 comments below. And don't forget to tag @orchidsnsweettea_ on Instagram and hashtag it #orchidsandsweettea! I love hearing from you!
Baked Sticky Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
Ingredients
CHICKEN WINGS:
- 2 ½ lbs. organic chicken wings, disjointed
- 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend (You can purchase my On Everything All-Purpose Blend for authentic flavor or make your own blend----See Notes)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 cups Homemade BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup organic raw honey
Instructions
SEASON + MARINATE THE CHICKEN:
- In a large bowl, add your freshly cleaned + rinsed chicken wings along with the the seasonings: my On Everything All-Purpose Blend, smoked paprika, and salt, mixing everything together until chicken wings are fully coated. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes. NOTE: For best results, it's best to marinate chicken wings overnight in the refrigerator or for up to 2 days.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a standard 9x13 baking dish or a large foil baking pan. Set aside. NOTE: You can also bake the wings in a large oven-safe skillet as well.
TO MAKE THE BBQ SAUCE:
- For the best results, follow the steps to make my Homemade BBQ Sauce.
BAKE THE CHICKEN:
- In the same large bowl of the wings, add the BBQ sauce and honey, stirring to combine and fully coat the wings. Scoop the coated chicken wings into the prepared baking dish or pan and bake (uncovered) for 40-45 minutes or until the sauce has "Baked unto" chicken wings. NOTE: I like to stir the wings a bit at the halfway cooking mark, turning them onto their opposite sides and keeping them coated as they bake.
- NOTE: You can also broil the wings for the final 10-15 minutes for the best results. Just be sure to keep an eye on them to avoid burning. Remove from oven.
- To serve, enjoy your honey bbq wings with a side of bread, fries, or with your favorite side (i.e. grilled corn, potatoes, rice, veggies, etc.).
- Bon Appétit!
Tips & Tricks
- STORAGE: Any leftovers can be kept in a tightly sealed container and refrigerated for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit or microwave when ready to serve.
- HONEY: You can always substitute honey with maple syrup or Agave.
- HOMEMADE ALL-PURPOSE BLEND: 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, + 1 teaspoon dried parsley.
Nutrition
DID YOU MAKE THIS recipe?
Tag @orchidsnsweettea_ on Instagram and hashtag it #orchidsandsweettea
LOVE THIS RECIPE?
LET US KNOW!