Honey Gold Wings Recipe is sweet, savory and perfect for any meal or party. These wings are crispy outside and tender inside. The honey-garlic glaze gives them a golden, shiny look and rich flavor.
Honey Gold Wings Recipe is simple to make at home with easy ingredients. Everyone will love the sticky, sweet and slightly spicy taste.
Learning how to make Honey Gold Wings Recipe is quick, fun and rewarding. Serve them for game nights, family dinners, or special gatherings.
My Experience With This Recipe
I first made these wings on a weekend for friends. The kitchen smelled like honey, garlic and warm spices. Baking the wings made them golden and crispy.
Tossing them in honey glaze was easy and delicious. Every bite was juicy, flavorful and slightly sticky. My friends loved them and they disappeared quickly!
I also enjoyed how simple the recipe was. It felt like restaurant-quality wings, but homemade. Now, I make Honey Gold Wings whenever we have guests or game nights.
Recipe Card info
- Recipe Name: Honey Gold Wings
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Total Time: 55 mins
- Course: Appetizer or Main Course
- Cuisine: American
- Calories: about 350 kcal per serving
Equipment List
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack
- Small saucepan
- Spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Aluminum foil
- Tongs
Ingredients You Need for Honey Gold Wings Recipe
- 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
2. Prepare chicken wings
Pat wings dry with paper towels. Dry wings get crispier when baked in the oven.
3. Season wings
Place wings in a large bowl. Add olive oil, salt, pepper and smoked paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
4. Arrange on baking sheet
Place wings on wire rack. Make sure they are not touching. This helps them cook evenly and stay crispy.
5. Bake wings
Bake wings in preheated oven for 35–40 minutes. Flip halfway through to cook all sides evenly.
6. Make honey glaze
While wings bake, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar and chili flakes in small saucepan. Heat gently until warm.
7. Toss wings in glaze
Remove wings from oven. Transfer to large bowl. Pour honey glaze over wings and toss to coat completely.
8. Optional second bake
Return glazed wings to oven for 5 more minutes. This caramelizes glaze and gives wings sticky, golden finish.
9. Garnish wings
Sprinkle with fresh parsley or sesame seeds if desired. This adds color and extra flavor.
10. Serve wings
Serve immediately while warm. Enjoy sweet, savory and crispy honey gold wings with friends or family.
Recipe Tips
- Pat wings dry for extra crispiness
- Flip wings halfway for even baking
- Adjust chili flakes for desired heat
- Use wire rack for best air circulation
- Warm glaze gently to avoid burning garlic
Nutrition Information
| Nutrient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | Moderate |
Serving Suggestions
Serve Honey Gold Wings with fresh celery sticks and carrot sticks. Add ranch or blue cheese dip for extra flavor. Perfect for game nights, parties or casual dinners. They also pair well with a cold drink or soft soda for a fun meal.
Best Sides To Serve With
- French fries or sweet potato fries
- Coleslaw or garden salad
- Corn on the cob or roasted vegetables
- Garlic bread or dinner rolls
- Mashed potatoes or rice
Storage and Reheating Tips
- Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge for 2–3 days
- Reheat in oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to keep wings crispy
- Microwave works but wings may lose crispiness
- Do not store with glaze if long storage; add glaze when reheating
- Leftover wings freeze well for up to 2 months

Honey Gold Wings Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings separated into drumettes and flats
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes optional
Instructions
Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
Prepare chicken wings
- Pat wings dry with paper towels. Dry wings get crispier when baked in the oven.
Season wings
- Place wings in a large bowl. Add olive oil, salt, pepper and smoked paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
Arrange on baking sheet
- Place wings on wire rack. Make sure they are not touching. This helps them cook evenly and stay crispy.
Bake wings
- Bake wings in preheated oven for 35–40 minutes. Flip halfway through to cook all sides evenly.
Make honey glaze
- While wings bake, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar and chili flakes in small saucepan. Heat gently until warm.
Toss wings in glaze
- Remove wings from oven. Transfer to large bowl. Pour honey glaze over wings and toss to coat completely.
Optional second bake
- Return glazed wings to oven for 5 more minutes. This caramelizes glaze and gives wings sticky, golden finish.
Garnish wings
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley or sesame seeds if desired. This adds color and extra flavor.
Serve wings
- Serve immediately while warm. Enjoy sweet, savory and crispy honey gold wings with friends or family.
Notes
- Pat wings dry for extra crispiness
- Flip wings halfway for even baking
- Adjust chili flakes for desired heat
- Use wire rack for best air circulation
- Warm glaze gently to avoid burning garlic
FAQs about Honey Gold Wings Recipe
1. Can I make these wings spicy?
Yes, increase chili flakes or add hot sauce to the honey glaze for extra heat.
2. Can I air-fry the wings instead of baking?
Yes, air-fry at 380°F for 25–30 minutes. Toss in glaze after cooking for sticky finish.
3. Can I use frozen wings?
Yes, thaw completely before baking. Pat dry to ensure crispiness and prevent excess moisture.
4. Can I make glaze ahead of time?
Yes, prepare glaze in advance. Reheat gently before tossing with baked wings for best flavor.
5. Can I add herbs to glaze?
Yes, fresh thyme, rosemary or parsley can enhance flavor and add visual appeal.
Conclusion
Honey Gold Wings Recipe is sweet, savory and simple to make at home. Crispy wings with golden honey glaze are perfect for any occasion.
With easy steps and simple ingredients, anyone can make these wings taste like restaurant-quality. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy a meal full of flavor and fun.
This recipe is perfect for family dinners, game nights or parties. Try it soon and enjoy golden, sticky and delicious honey gold wings.
Sara Collins is a food blogger at TastyDive. She shares simple and family-friendly recipes made with everyday ingredients. Her mission is to help home cooks enjoy tasty meals without stress.


















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