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Honey Bourbon Wings
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Honey Bourbon Baked Wings start with a smokey BBQ Spice Rub and finish with a sweet bourbon sauce. With a hint of spice and a sticky, caramelized finish, these wings are an irresistible treat for any occasion.
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My husband and I adore chicken wings. Honey Bourbon Wings with a simple salad make a light, satisfying dinner.
We also make my Oven-Baked Hot Wings all the time. I use the same baking technique on both styles of wings, and they come out perfect every time. Wings are our favorite go-to food for the football season!
Ingredients
- Chicken Wings – My all-time favorite chicken wings come from Smart Chicken, renowned for their air-chilled process that ensures maximum tenderness and flavor. Without any added water, these wings remain plump and juicy, delivering a superior wing experience every time.
- Olive Oil
HONEY bOURBON SAUCE
- Brown Sugar
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Ketchup
- Honey
- Bourbon
- Corn Starch
- Garlic
- Dijon Mustard
BBQ SPICE RUB
- Smoked Paprika
- Garlic Powder
- Celery Salt
- Brown Sugar
- Dry Mustard
- Salt & Black Pepper
- Onion Powder
- Cayenne Pepper
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Step 1: Prepare the BBQ Spice Rub
- Combine all of the spice rub ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Wings
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Thoroughly dry the chicken wings, then place them in a large bowl.2 pounds Chicken Wings
- Drizzle the olive oil over the wings and sprinkle the BBQ spice rub over them. Toss the wings until they are evenly coated.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle any remaining BBQ spice rub over the wings.
- Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, flip each wing and bake for another 20 minutes to ensure they are perfectly crispy and cooked through.
- While the wings are baking, prepare the bourbon sauce.
Step 3: Make the Honey Bourbon Sauce
- In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, honey, bourbon, chopped garlic, and Dijon mustard.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. Let it cook for about 10 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 4: Finish the wings
- Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oven and dip each one in the Honey Bourbon Sauce, making sure they are well-coated.
- Place the sauced wings back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the sauce caramelizes and sets.
- Serve the wings hot with extra Honey Bourbon Sauce on the side for dipping.
Want to learn how to reheat wings in the air fryer? Check out this article to learn.
How to store leftover chicken wings
Store leftover wings in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
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Honey Bourbon Chicken Wings
Honey Bourbon Chicken Wings are a perfect blend of sweet and smoky flavors, featuring tender chicken wings coated in a rich honey bourbon sauce.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken Wings
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
BBQ Spice Rub
- 2 Tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Celery Salt
- 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Dry Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
Honey Bourbon Sauce
- 2 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1/2 cup Bourbon
- 1 teaspoon Corn Starch
- 2 cloves Garlic Chopped
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
Instructions
Prepare the BBQ Spice Rub
- Combine all of the spice rub ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Set aside.2 Tablespoon Smoked Paprika, 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder, 1 teaspoon Celery Salt, 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar, 1/2 teaspoon Dry Mustard, 1 teaspoon Salt, 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper, 1 teaspoon Onion Powder, 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
Prepare the Wings
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Thoroughly dry the chicken wings, then place them in a large bowl.2 pounds Chicken Wings
- Drizzle the olive oil over the wings and sprinkle the BBQ spice rub over them. Toss the wings until they are evenly coated.1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle any remaining BBQ spice rub over the wings.
- Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Make the Honey Bourbon Sauce
- In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, honey, bourbon, chopped garlic, and Dijon mustard.2 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar, 1/2 cup Ketchup, 1/4 cup Honey, 1/2 cup Bourbon, 1 teaspoon Corn Starch, 2 cloves Garlic, 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. Let it cook for about 10 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Finish the Wings
- Bake for 20 minutes. Turn each wing and continue to cook for an additional 20 minutes.
- Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oven and dip each one in the Honey Bourbon Sauce, making sure they are well-coated.
- Place the sauced wings back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the sauce caramelizes and sets.
- Serve the wings hot with extra Honey Bourbon Sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
Flip for Even Cooking: Turning the wings halfway through cooking ensures they cook evenly on both sides.
Sauce Consistency: When making the honey bourbon sauce, simmer it until it thickens slightly. This will help the sauce cling better to the wings.
Experiment with Spice Levels: Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper in the BBQ spice rub to suit your heat preference. For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the honey bourbon sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 5wingsCalories: 502kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 24gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 1862mgPotassium: 406mgFiber: 2gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 2113IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 2mg
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