Honey Old Bay Wings Recipe
Honey Old Bay Wings Recipe
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Baking sheet or air fryer
- Wire rack (for baking)
- Small saucepan (for glaze)
- Meat thermometer
- Silicone brush
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings drums and flats
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (or preheat the air fryer to 375°F). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness. Place them in a large bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over the wings, then sprinkle with Old Bay, garlic powder, paprika, pepper, and salt. Toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange wings on the wire rack in a single layer. Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, or air fry for 25-30 minutes.
- While the wings cook, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan, combine honey, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Simmer over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove wings and brush generously with the honey glaze. Return to oven or air fryer for another 5-7 minutes to caramelize.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot. Enjoy your Honey Old Bay Wings Recipe with ranch or blue cheese dip!
Notes
- Pat the wings dry: This helps the seasoning stick and ensures a crispy skin.
- Use a wire rack: Elevating the wings allows air to circulate, resulting in even cooking.
- Don’t skip the glaze: The honey-based glaze is what sets this Honey Old Bay Wings Recipe apart.
- Monitor the glaze closely: Honey can burn quickly, so keep a close eye when caramelizing.
- Rest the wings: Letting them sit for 5 minutes helps the glaze set and enhances flavor.