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Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe

Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe

John
The Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe is a flavorful favorite. It delivers crispy wings coated in a sweet, spicy rub.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken wings
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels.
  • Toss wings with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread wings evenly on baking sheet.
  • Bake wings for 40 minutes until crispy.
  • In saucepan, heat honey over low flame.
  • Add vinegar, sugar, paprika, and cayenne.
  • Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, chili flakes.
  • Cook sauce for 3 minutes, then remove.
  • Transfer wings to large mixing bowl.
  • Pour hot honey mixture over wings.
  • Toss wings until fully coated.
  • Serve hot with sides and dips.

Notes

  • Pat wings dry for crispier skin.
  • Adjust cayenne if you like milder heat.
  • Add extra honey for more sweetness.
  • Use an air fryer for faster cooking.
  • Serve wings immediately for best texture.
Keyword Wingstop Hot Honey Rub Recipe