Sriracha Honey Chicken Wings recipe

Sriracha Honey Chicken Wings

by Diana Opoti (@dianaopotieats)
Prep Time
1hr 30min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
2hr

Delicious chicken wings marinated and glazed with a sweet and spicy sriracha honey sauce.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 250g)

For the Chicken Wings

  • 1kg
    chicken wings
  • 1cup
    buttermilk
  • 1tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 1tsp
    paprika
  • 1
    salt
  • 1
    pepper
  • 1
    lemon
  • 2tbsp
    vegetable oil

For the Glaze

  • 3tbsp
    sriracha sauce
  • 2tbsp
    soy sauce
  • 2tbsp
    honey
  • 1tbsp
    vegetable oil
  • 2tbsp
    water
  • 1/2
    lemon

How to make Sriracha Honey Chicken Wings

Marinate the Wings

  1. Soak the chicken wings in buttermilk for 1 hour to tenderize and add moisture. After soaking, drain and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. In a bowl, mix garlic powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and vegetable oil. Add the chicken wings and toss to coat evenly. Let them marinate for 30 minutes.

    Step 1.1: In a bowl, mix garlic powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and vegetable oil

Cook the Chicken Wings

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F). Arrange the wings in a single layer and cook for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.

    Step 2.1: Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F)

Prepare the Glaze

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the sriracha sauce, soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, water, and lemon juice. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring until the glaze thickens slightly.

    Step 3.1: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the sriracha sauce, soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, water, and lemon juice
  2. Toss the cooked wings in the sriracha honey glaze until well coated. Return the wings to the oven or air fryer for an additional 5 minutes to caramelize the glaze slightly, if desired.

    Step 3.1: Toss the cooked wings in the sriracha honey glaze until well coated
  3. Serve the Sriracha Honey Chicken Wings hot, garnished with sesame seeds or chopped fresh herbs if you like.

Tips & Tricks

  1. These wings balance sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors, perfect for any occasion. Enjoy experimenting!