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Buttermilk Brined Hot Honey Wings

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Juicy, flavorful chicken wings brined in buttermilk and coated with a spicy honey glaze, perfect for a delicious appetizer or main dish.

Ingredients

spice mixture

  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1.5 tablespoons black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne powder

chicken wings

  • 2 lbs chicken wings

buttermilk

  • 3 cups buttermilk

flour coating

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

vegetable oil

  • for frying vegetable oil (for frying)

honey

  • 1/2 cup honey

cayenne

  • 2 teaspoons cayenne

Instructions 

  • Season chicken wings with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, and oregano.
  • Pour buttermilk over seasoned wings and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Mix flour with spices to create coating. Dredge wings in flour, dip in buttermilk, then coat again in flour.
  • Heat oil to 325°F (160°C). Fry wings for 7-8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Rest on wire rack.
  • Mix honey with cayenne. Toss fried wings in hot honey or drizzle over them. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure oil temperature is maintained for crispy wings. Adjust cooking time if needed.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Wings, hot honey