Honey Buffalo Wings

Make the ultimate homemade crispy honey buffalo wings with this easy and delicious recipe. Perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a delicious honey buffalo sauce, these wings are sure to be a hit at your next gathering or game day feast. Follow along for step-by-step instructions to create this irresistible dish in your own kitchen.

Servings: 4-6 (for 4 people, you would have 5-6 wings per person & for 6 people, you would have 3-4 wings per person)

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20-30 minutes

Total Time: 35-45 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Wings:

• 2 lbs chicken wings, flats and drumettes (about 24 wings)

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning

• 1 tsp each: garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• 1 tbsp yellow mustard

For the Flour Mixture:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

For the Buffalo honey sauce:

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1/3 cup Buffalo sauce 

• 3 tbsp honey 

Optional for serving & garnish: 

• 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Ranch dressing, for serving

Instructions:

1. Prep the Wings: In a large bowl, toss chicken wings with salt, pepper, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cornstarch, and mustard.

2. Coat in Flour: In a separate bowl, combine flour and cornstarch. Dredge wings in the flour mixture.

3. Fry to Perfection: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350-400°F (175-200°C). Fry wings in batches for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

4. Make Buffalo honey sauce: Add butter, Buffalo sauce, honey, salt and pepper to a heated skillet. Cook until melted 

5. Coating: Add cooked wings to a bowl, pour oven honey buffalo sauce and toss well. 

6. Serve: Plate with extra honey Buffalo sauce, garnish with chives and serve with homemade buttermilk ranch dressing.

Additional Tips:

• For Extra Crispy Wings: Double-fry the wings. Fry them for the initial 8-10 minutes, let them rest for a few minutes, then fry them again for another 3-5 minutes until extra crispy.

• Using a Deep Fryer: If you have a deep fryer, it can help achieve more consistent results compared to frying in a skillet. Just be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for frying chicken wings.

• Serving Suggestions: Pair these wings with classic sides like fries, coleslaw, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Storing Instructions:

• How to Store Leftovers: Store leftover wings in an airtight container.

• Shelf Life: They will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 2 months.

• Reheating Tips: Reheat wings in an oven preheated to 375°F (190°C) for about 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness. For frozen wings, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.