Trending Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings
Crispy baked chicken wings coated in a sweet-spicy honey sriracha glaze, a viral sensation that’s easy to make and perfect for sharing on your social feeds. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs drumettes and flats chicken wings, paprika, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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
- 2 lbs, drumettes and flats chicken wings
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 2 lbs chicken wings dry with paper towels, then toss with 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp salt until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Arrange wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, skin-side up. Bake for 25 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Step 3: While wings bake, whisk 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp sriracha sauce, and 1 tsp rice vinegar in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 4: Remove wings from oven, drizzle with honey-sriracha glaze, and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds, then serve immediately while hot and crispy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Trending Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Trending Honey Sriracha 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 paprika from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Trending Honey Sriracha 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 Trending Honey Sriracha 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.
Is Trending Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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My whole family loved this.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.