Hot Honey Jalapeno Crunchy Chicken Wings Recipe

These Hot Honey Jalapeno Crunchy Chicken Wings are a perfect blend of spicy and sweet, offering a delightful kick with every bite. Coated in a crispy batter and tossed in a flavorful honey jalapeno sauce, they make for an excellent appetizer or game day snack.

The recipe is straightforward and can be easily adjusted to suit your heat preference. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra layer of flavor.

Crispy Hot Honey Jalapeno Chicken Wings

Crispy chicken wings with hot honey jalapeno sauce, garnished with jalapenos, on a wooden table with ranch dressing.

These chicken wings are marinated in a spicy mixture, then fried to a golden crisp and tossed in a sweet and spicy honey jalapeno glaze. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2-3 jalapenos, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Wings: In a large bowl, combine chicken wings, buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  2. Prepare the Coating: In another bowl, mix together flour and cornmeal. Remove wings from the marinade and dredge them in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
  3. Heat the Oil: In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry the Wings: Fry the wings in batches for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine honey, chopped jalapenos, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper. Heat over medium heat until warmed through and well combined.
  6. Toss the Wings: In a large bowl, toss the fried wings with the honey jalapeno sauce until evenly coated.
  7. Serve: Plate the wings and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Cook and Prep Times

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 4 servings
  • Calories: 450kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g

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