Baltimore-Style Chicken Wings
Crispy, garlicky chicken wings with a tangy honey-mustard glaze, inspired by the coastal breeze of Baltimore's Inner Harbor. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs chicken wings, olive oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 24 pieces chicken wings
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, honey, mustard, and lemon juice. Add chicken wings and toss to coat.
- Step 2: Spread wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.
- Step 3: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the glaze to set and the skin to crisp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baltimore-Style Chicken Wings take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baltimore-Style Chicken Wings?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken wings from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baltimore-Style Chicken Wings?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baltimore-Style Chicken Wings for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baltimore-Style Chicken Wings?
American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
