Honey Chipotle Chicken Wings

If you love wings that are the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy, then this Honey Chipotle Chicken Wings Recipe will be your new go-to favorite.

Juicy chicken wings are baked or fried until crispy, then tossed in a sticky honey chipotle glaze that packs just the right amount of heat with a touch of sweetness.

These wings are ideal for game day, parties, or simply when you’re craving something bold and flavorful.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Perfect flavor balance – smoky chipotle peppers, sweet honey, and tangy lime.

• Crispy every time – whether baked, air-fried, or deep-fried.

• Crowd-pleaser – wings are always the star of the party.

Ingredients

For the Wings:

• 2 lbs chicken wings, split and tips removed

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Honey Chipotle Sauce:

• 3 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped

• ½ cup honey

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1 tbsp lime juice

• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

Prep the wings – Pat chicken wings dry with a paper towel. Toss them in olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Cook the wings –

• • Oven method: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place wings on a lined baking sheet with a rack and bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway.

  • Air fryer method: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.

  • Deep fry method: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry wings for 8–10 minutes until golden and crispy.

Make the sauce – In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in chipotle peppers, honey, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, and lime juice. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Toss the wings – Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl. Pour the honey chipotle sauce over and toss until fully coated.

Serve – Garnish with fresh cilantro or sesame seeds and serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.

Also Check: Spicy chicken wings recipe

Tips for the Best Honey Chipotle Wings

• For extra crispy wings, dry them thoroughly before seasoning.

• If you like it spicier, add more chipotle peppers or a dash of cayenne.

• To make them less spicy, reduce the chipotle and add extra honey.

Serving Suggestions

These wings pair perfectly with:

• Celery and carrot sticks with ranch dip

• Cornbread or cheesy garlic bread

• A cold glass of beer or lemonade

Final Thoughts

This Honey Chipotle Chicken Wings Recipe is a game-changer for anyone who loves bold flavors.

The smoky heat of chipotle combined with sticky honey creates wings that are irresistible every single time.

Whether you’re hosting a party or treating yourself to a delicious dinner, these wings will definitely hit the spot.

Honey Chipotle Chicken Wings Recipe

Sweet, smoky, and spicy wings coated in a sticky honey chipotle glaze – perfect for parties or game day.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

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Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo chopped
• ½ cup honey
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp butter

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or set air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season wings with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook until crispy (40–45 minutes in oven, 25–30 minutes in air fryer, or 8–10 minutes deep-fried).
4. In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in chipotle peppers, honey, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, and lime juice. Simmer 5 minutes.
5. Toss cooked wings in the honey chipotle sauce until coated.
6. Garnish and serve hot with dipping sauce.