Description
These Hot Honey Peach Wings are a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory, making them a crowd-pleasing appetizer or game-day snack! Crispy chicken wings are coated in a sticky, spicy peach and honey glaze, delivering layers of flavor in every bite. They’re easy to make and hard to resist!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
For the Hot Honey Peach Glaze:
- 1/2 cup peach preserves
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2–1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice level)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or place a wire rack on top of a baking sheet to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
Step 2: Season and Bake the Wings
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well coated.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are golden and crispy.
Step 3: Make the Hot Honey Peach Glaze
- In a small saucepan, combine the peach preserves, honey, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is smooth and heated through (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 4: Toss Wings in the Glaze
- Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the hot honey peach glaze over the wings and toss until they’re evenly coated.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
- Arrange the glazed wings on a serving platter and garnish with extra red pepper flakes or chopped fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve warm with celery sticks, carrots, and ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Pat Wings Dry: Before seasoning, pat the wings dry with paper towels to help them crisp up in the oven.
- Adjust Spice Level: Control the heat by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes in the glaze.
- Use a Wire Rack: Baking on a wire rack allows air to circulate around the wings, making them crispier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Cuisine: American