The Best Hot Wings Ever

Get ready to elevate your game-day spread with *The Best Hot Wings Ever*! These crispy, golden chicken wings are seasoned to perfection with a bold blend of paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper before being fried to crunchy excellence. The star of the show is the irresistibly zesty hot wing sauce—a mouthwatering combination of melted butter, tangy hot sauce, and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. Perfectly balanced between heat and flavor, these wings are easy to make and come together in under an hour. Serve them fresh out of the fryer with cooling celery sticks and your favorite blue cheese or ranch dressing for the ultimate appetizer or snack. Ideal for parties, tailgates, or any occasion, these hot wings are guaranteed to steal the spotlight every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 4 cups vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel and separate them into drumettes and flats if not already done.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.

Step 3

Toss the chicken wings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour and place them on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Let them sit for about 15 minutes to allow the coating to adhere.

Step 4

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).

Step 5

Carefully fry the wings in small batches for 8–10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the wings and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 6

While the wings are frying, prepare the hot wing sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the hot sauce and honey. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 7

Once all the wings are fried, place them in a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot wing sauce over the wings and toss to coat them evenly.

Step 8

Serve immediately with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2147.2 grams (2147.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10738

Total Fat 1069.30g	1371%
Saturated Fat 191.80g	959%
Polyunsaturated Fat 588.80g
Cholesterol 1140mg	380%
Sodium 12026mg	523%
Total Carbohydrate 174.90g	64%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 18.80g
Protein 190.10g	380%

Vitamin D 73IU	363%
Calcium 251mg	19%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 1877mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.8%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 6.3%