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February 8, 2015

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

These Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings are perfect for parties! The sauce is made with honey and sriracha hot sauce, so it’s sweet, spicy and finger licking good! So good and serves a crowd.

Honey Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

Every year I try to challenge myself in the kitchen by cooking at least one thing a month that takes me completely out of my comfort zone. For the record, cookies are comfort zone… muffins and scones are my safe place… chewy blondies and rich chocolate brownies feel as safe a fuzzy blanket, and plates of pasta are always a blinking neon “HAPPY” sign…

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

So what gets me anxious behind the countertop? MEAT. Not all meat; I can cook a juicy burger or Sicilian Braciole without breaking a sweat. It’s mainly meat that needs prep. You know… the butchering, to put it delicately. It makes me cringe and clam up and want to run very very fast in the other direction. I’m a wimp like that.

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

Hands-down my favorite appetizer to order when we dine out is sticky, saucy, sweet and spicy chicken wings. They’re such a treat because they’re something I never ever ever make at home. Or I should say, up until last week I never ever made at home. February was all about the chicken wing challenge! And although there were quite a few tears and a whole lot of swearing, I have to say one bite of these sweet and spicy sriracha baked chicken wings made it all worth it. Redemption is sweet.

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

How to make Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings

  • These sriracha wings are baked – not fried – so you’ll need a very large baking sheet and an oven for this adventure.
  • The raw wings will get thoroughly patted down with paper towels (this helps remove excess moisture) before getting tossed with spices and oil. I used sesame oil here because I love the subtle Asian flavor it lends to the overall taste. You can find sesame oil in ethnic markets and most large grocery stores; it’s usually in the ethnic cooking aisle.

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken WingsSweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

How long to bake chicken wings at 400 degrees?

The wings will bake for about 50 minutes, but maybe a little less depending on how your oven runs! I know that probably sounds like forever, but it’s worth it! I promise. And during this time you can prepare your spicy sweet sriracha sauce.

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

I love this sweet and spicy sriracha sauce because it’s made with sriracha, honey, butter, and spices! AKA ALL OF THE YUMMY THINGS. You’ll cook this combination of delicious ingredients on the stove top, and then brush them onto the baked wings. Then you’ll crank up the broiler on your oven and bake the wings for an additional 4-5 minutes. This final stage is so important for crisping! Because broiling really seals the sauce into the wings and creates that crunchy skin we all know and love.

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

These wings are spicy, crunchy, and saucy on the outside. But tender, meaty, and luscious on the inside. And this recipe makes 3 pounds of wings, so definitely enough to serve hungry friends. But if you plan on feeding a large crowd, I encourage you to multiply this recipe as needed. Because they fly off the tray! I made these for a bunch of boys last weekend and all I can say is HOLY COW – they were a huge hit!

More Chicken Wings Recipes:

  • Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

More Sriracha Recipes:

  • 20-Minute Skinny Sriracha Shrimp and Broccoli
  • Maple Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower 
  • Healthy 30 Minute Sriracha Teriyaki Meatball Bowls

If you try this spicy chicken wings recipe, leave a comment below, or snap a photo and post it to instagram using the #BakerbyNature hashtag. Knowing you made a recipe and enjoyed it always makes my day! xoxo

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

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Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

Prep 20 mins

Cook 1 hour

Total 1 hour, 20 mins

Author Ashley Manila

Yield 12 servings

These Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings are perfect for parties! The sauce is made with honey and sriracha hot sauce, so it's sweet, spicy and finger licking good! So good and serves a crowd.

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds chicken wings
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

For the sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup Sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees (F). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. Dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels, pressing down hard to remove as much excess moisture as possible.
  2. Place the chicken wings in a large bowl; set aside. In a small bowl combine the melted butter, sesame oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Pour this mixture over the wings and using your hands, toss well to coat. Spread the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Bake the wings until browned and crisp; 50-55 minutes, using tongues to flip them over halfway.
  4. In the meantime, make the sauce.

For the sauce:

  1. Melt the butter in a small pot over medium heat. Once it's melted, add the crushed red pepper and ginger; cook for a minute, then add in the honey, Sriracha, soy sauce, lime juice, and vinegar. Bring the mixture to light boil, stirring constantly, then stir in the cornstarch; cook just until thickened up - about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  2. When the wings have finished baking, carefully remove the tray from the oven and set aside. Increase the oven temperature to the broiler setting. Carefully remove the wings from the baking sheet and transfer to a large, heatproof bowl. Pour the warm sauce over the wings and gently toss to coat. Drain any excess oil from the baking sheet, then transfer the wings back to the prepared sheet and place the pan in the oven for 4-5 minutes. Stay near your oven during this time; the broiler acts fast. Carefully remove wings from the oven and transfer them to a large serving platter. Sprinkle the wings with sesame seeds, cilantro, and more honey (if desired); serve with lime wedges and lots of napkins.

Courses Dinner

Cuisine Asian

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Dinner, Savory

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Comments

  1. Kathleen @ Yummy Crumble says

    February 9, 2015 at 1:27 am

    These look great! I’m a sweet salty addict…Totally trying this sometime even if I have to butcher a live chicken 🙂

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      February 9, 2015 at 9:17 pm

      You’re a brave one!!! I hope you enjoy them 🙂

      Reply
    • Lindsey Canavesio says

      August 2, 2015 at 5:54 pm

      I made these last night and they were delicious! My whole family loved them. Thanks for the great recipe!!!

      Reply
    • Connie says

      February 22, 2017 at 10:57 pm

      This is a keeper recipe! Loved them!

      Reply
  2. Tori@Gringalicious.com says

    February 9, 2015 at 11:38 am

    Definitely pinning these babies! They look incred!

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      February 9, 2015 at 9:16 pm

      A double thank you, Tori! <3

      Reply
  3. Medeja says

    February 10, 2015 at 8:10 am

    They look very addictive! The sauce sounds just fantastic!

    Reply
  4. Nicole - Coking for Keeps says

    February 10, 2015 at 3:11 pm

    We’re the opposite, savory foods are totally my comfort zone, when I break out the baking utensils I have to prepare myself for the worst…I’d say you should get out of your comfort zone more often, because these wings look RIDICULOUS!!

    Reply
  5. Mrs. B. Cooks says

    February 10, 2015 at 9:45 pm

    I’m totally making these tonight! I’ll be sure to come back and let you know how they turned out.

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      February 10, 2015 at 10:10 pm

      Hi Mrs. B! That’s SO awesome 🙂 Enjoy! xo

      Reply
  6. Shirley says

    March 21, 2015 at 5:46 pm

    These look so good – totally out of my comfort zone and I can’t wait to try them!
    Thanks so much!

    Reply
  7. Steph says

    August 17, 2015 at 12:39 am

    This turned out absolutely stunning. I’ve tried several other baked chicken wing recipes, but this one is my favorite. I think broiling the wings at the end added that extra crunch. Thanks so much for sharing this awesome recipe!

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      August 17, 2015 at 12:51 am

      Hi Steph! So happy to hear you enjoyed this recipe. I love spicy/crunchy wings and I’m thrilled they were a hit for you 🙂

      Reply
  8. Cindy says

    August 29, 2015 at 9:33 am

    I made these the other night and they were absolutely delicious! My partner is out buying more wings to bake right now, he loved them so much. Thank you for sharing this fabulous recipe. It will be one that is made over and over again.

    Reply
  9. Dawn says

    September 20, 2015 at 1:03 pm

    These look amazing! I want to make them for a party. Would it be ok for me to bake them the day before and toss them in sauce and broil the night of?

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      September 20, 2015 at 2:26 pm

      Hi Dawn. These are always a hit at parties 🙂 I have honestly never tried preparing them that way, but I think it should work just fine 🙂

      Reply
      • Dawn says

        September 21, 2015 at 11:09 pm

        Thank you! I’ll let you know how they turn out.

        Reply
  10. Cindy says

    October 4, 2015 at 5:54 pm

    These wings are the best I’ve ever had or made. Thank you for this wonderful recipe!
    I made them for a party and they were devoured in minutes.

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      October 11, 2015 at 3:35 pm

      That is so awesome, Cindy! Thank you for letting me know 🙂 I need to make a batch of these soon.

      Reply
  11. jenny says

    November 4, 2015 at 2:03 pm

    I made these last night!!! I didn’t think I could do it, but they turned out phenomenal!! We will make them again! Broiling them at the end really does the trick!

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      November 5, 2015 at 4:03 am

      Yay! Go Jenny 🙂 So happy you went through with the recipe and enjoyed it!!!

      Reply
  12. Amanda B. says

    December 3, 2015 at 10:45 am

    Thanks for the great recipe! I made these last night and we all loved them! Super yummy 🙂

    Reply
  13. Heather @ The Spicy Apron says

    December 28, 2015 at 9:50 pm

    Hey Ashley! I have always shied away from making wings because my hubby is a wing FANATIC and I wasn’t sure I could do them justice. You gave me the inspiration to try them!! I’ve now made two iterations of your wings and they were perfect! Thanks for posting this and giving me the courage to try them! Will definitely be making them again… 🙂

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      December 28, 2015 at 10:29 pm

      Heather! This comment just made my night 🙂 Thank you so much for making this recipe and letting me know how much you and your hubby are enjoying it. Happy New Year!

      Reply
  14. Kami says

    January 24, 2016 at 12:16 am

    Wow!! I’d never made wings before, but I certainly will be more often from here out! These were delicious! I did adapt the recipe slightly to make it more paleo-friendly (swap cornstarch for arrowroot powder and soy for liquid aminos). Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  15. Sneha says

    February 7, 2016 at 8:36 am

    Hi Ashley, I made this recipe today and it tasted awesome, my family enjoyed it thoroughly. I would like to share my twist: instead of honey, I used sugar as my mother suggested to not heat honey as it tends to disintegrate. I also baked onions with the chicken. This was the first time I baked chicken.. Will definitely make this again! Thanks a lot for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      February 8, 2016 at 4:08 pm

      Love your twist, Sneha! Thanks for letting me know how much you as your family enjoyed this recipe 🙂

      Reply
  16. Cindy says

    February 7, 2016 at 8:17 pm

    Making these for the second time tonight (super bowl Sunday). We LOVE them! Best wings ever and from our own home. Nothing will compare when we dine out. Daughter & husband snobby NYC eaters also tried the recipe and love them.
    I shared on Facebook last time I made them. Will try to do Instagram tonight. Thank you so much for a great recipe!

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      February 8, 2016 at 4:02 pm

      Cindy, this comment made my day! I lived in Manhattan for 6 years, so I totally know what you mean when you say “snobby NYC eaters” haha 🙂 Thank you for letting me know how much you and your family enjoy this recipe.

      Reply
  17. Darlene says

    February 8, 2016 at 3:10 pm

    I made these, along with another wing recipe, for Super Bowl Sunday. The only thing I did differently was to boil the wings first for 15 minutes in a mix of water, vinegar, salt, and herbs. This allowed me to cut the baking time down to 20 minutes. These wings were everyone’s favorite! Spicy, sweet, crispy, and so tender. Thank you for a great recipe!

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      February 8, 2016 at 3:54 pm

      You’re very welcome, Darlene! So happy you enjoyed this recipe on Super Bowl Sunday 🙂

      Reply
  18. Hayley says

    February 26, 2016 at 3:23 pm

    Oh Mah Gawd. These were so absolutely delicious!!!! Crispy and sticky. Perfectly spicy and perfectly sweet with a whole lot of savory. My 2 and 3 year old left nothing but bone. I loved this recipe so much that I hand wrote it in my recipe book. These will definitely be a monthly staple in the Elkins home. I did, however substitute honey with brown sugar, and they came out superb. Thanks so much for this recipe!

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      March 4, 2016 at 11:53 am

      So happy to hear it, Hayley! I love these wings too, so it makes my day hearing how much you – and your toddlers – enjoyed them 🙂 I will have to try it with honey soon.

      Reply
  19. Kim says

    March 19, 2016 at 11:36 pm

    Made these for a party. They were delicious. My husband usually doesn’t care for wings but really loved these.

    Reply
  20. Lakisha says

    March 22, 2016 at 10:01 pm

    I AM MAKING THESE NOW AS I’M TYPING. THEY LOOK SO YUMMY. GONNA PAIR THEM WITH SEASONED POTATO WEDGES.

    Reply
  21. Roisin says

    May 19, 2016 at 6:01 am

    Good lord I just made these and they were phenomenal. I used drumsticks. There are two left, for someone else’s dinner, and I am sitting here trying not to devour them. Going to make again ASAP with wings this time.

    THANK YOU

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      May 19, 2016 at 2:52 pm

      You’re very welcome!!! So happy you enjoyed them, Roisin 🙂

      Reply
  22. Stanley Tunnell says

    June 8, 2016 at 3:08 am

    I made these and cooked them on a kamado grill. They were fantastic. Just enough spice for the whole family,although I made my batch hotter. Thanks for sharing recipe.AMAZING

    Reply
  23. Ted says

    August 26, 2016 at 12:25 am

    I this and the sauce tasted great but it was really soupy. I kept adding more and more cornstarch but nothing happened. Any suggestions on how to solve this problem?

    Reply
    • Pam says

      February 5, 2017 at 9:45 pm

      Cornstarch won’t thicken until the sauce comes to a boil

      Reply
  24. Neysa says

    November 21, 2016 at 3:36 am

    I’ve made these for my huge family a few times now and they’re usually gone within 10mins. Everyone loves them and now when I rock up at a family function without them I get questioned. Haha
    Thank you very much x

    Reply
  25. Judy Cosler says

    December 14, 2016 at 4:15 pm

    are these to be served hot or room temp? want to take them to a function where I won’t have access to oven.

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      December 14, 2016 at 5:20 pm

      They should be served warm 🙂

      Reply
  26. AngieB says

    January 16, 2017 at 10:40 pm

    This recipe is amazing! No matter how many wings I bake, they seem to evaporate into plain air. My hubby and kids love the combination of sweet, sour and spicy flavor. Thanks for sharing:)

    Reply
  27. Beverly says

    March 7, 2017 at 12:03 am

    My family really enjoyed the wings. Thanks for the recipe

    Reply
  28. Lorisa says

    March 17, 2017 at 5:21 am

    Made these for dinner! Turned out awesome this recipe is delicious!

    Reply
  29. Nikki says

    May 2, 2017 at 1:14 am

    I made these tonight and my son LOVED them. I will be making these again.

    Reply
  30. Brenda says

    May 23, 2017 at 1:44 am

    Fabulous! We ate them all. Sauce is awesome.This will become a stapleas in my kitchen. Thanks for a great recipe.

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      May 26, 2017 at 12:47 pm

      Yay! So glad to hear it, Brenda 🙂

      Reply
  31. Eric says

    May 29, 2017 at 2:30 pm

    I just made these wings last night for a group of friends and I received the comment, “That is the best wing sauce I’ve ever had”. Will be putting these in the regular rotation for grilling this summer. Thanks! Great recipe!.

    Reply
  32. Karen Miesse` says

    June 19, 2017 at 5:20 pm

    Has anyone made these a day ahead of time? Heading to the lake and thought I could make them prior to going and maybe just heating up?

    Reply
    • Kelli Schulte says

      December 9, 2017 at 4:27 pm

      Did anyone reply to you, or did you try it?
      I’m making a large batch for a party tonight. I was thinking of making these earlier today, refrigerate, and then take them out to cool down a little and do the final step of sauce and broil??

      Reply
  33. Gina Logan says

    October 1, 2017 at 10:37 pm

    Recipe was great! I use boneless skinless chicken thighs, added for cloves of chopped garlic and some citrus Ponsou sauce. Sprinkle flaxseeds and cilantro instead of sesame seeds.

    Reply
  34. Kelli Schulte says

    December 9, 2017 at 4:25 pm

    these look great. I’m making a large batch for a party tonight. Do you think I can make these earlier today, refrigerate, and then take them out to cool down a little and do the final step of sauce and broil??

    or should I do it all in one step??

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      December 10, 2017 at 1:51 pm

      Hi Kelli. I think that should be fine!

      Reply
  35. Annette says

    December 17, 2017 at 11:05 pm

    These are a cinch to make and super delicious. Thanks for the recipe

    Reply
  36. Helen says

    January 21, 2018 at 10:25 pm

    Just came across this recipe today and made these for a football snack! BEYOND delicious! My boyfriend was in heaven. Broiling really is a nice touch!!

    Reply
  37. Rachel says

    February 4, 2018 at 2:43 am

    Hello, I’m excited to make these wings! One question, I’m not real keen on sesame seed oil. Can I substitute?

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      February 4, 2018 at 2:47 am

      Oh and can I boil the wings?

      Reply
  38. Jenn says

    February 4, 2018 at 11:53 pm

    Hi. Just made your wings for super bowl. Absolutely best wings we have ever eaten. Me and my husband have no words!!!

    Reply
  39. Bernadette says

    February 5, 2018 at 12:03 am

    Exceptional sauce!! Perfect blend of spices and heat. My husband says best wings ever! Thank you for this keeper!!

    Reply
  40. Brandi says

    February 5, 2018 at 1:03 am

    These are Fantastic!! My favorite wing recipe. I make them often. Sometimes I just do the first round of spice and don’t add the sauce. That’s great too. But i do love that sauce. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  41. Jen says

    March 2, 2018 at 12:36 am

    These were outstanding! I just made them for a second time. My husband and two sons are avid chicken wing eaters and this made them very happy. They thought these were just as good or better than the popular wing restaurants. Thank you!!

    Reply
  42. Liezl says

    June 1, 2018 at 4:23 pm

    It was amazing! Will definitely be making this again!

    Reply
  43. Melanie says

    June 15, 2018 at 1:39 am

    These were delicious! It’s sweet and a little spicy going in and a nice little kick at the end. Great flavor!

    Reply
  44. Lynne says

    September 28, 2018 at 9:49 am

    This recipe is a keeper! My husband, who is not a fan of wings, loved them. The sauce is addicting! Thanks

    Reply
  45. Jessica says

    November 18, 2018 at 8:48 pm

    I absolutely loved this Recipe!! Delisss

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      November 19, 2018 at 1:51 pm

      Yay! So happy they were a hit 🙂

      Reply
  46. Andi says

    January 11, 2019 at 3:05 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing this recipe of yours… my husband couldn’t stop raving about it . They were gone as soon as I served them. This will be in our rotation for sure

    Reply
  47. Joanne MILLER says

    February 21, 2019 at 11:35 pm

    I made these wings for dinner this evening and we devoured them!!! My husband, son and I loved them and I will definitely be making them again!1 Thank you for an awesome recipe!!

    Reply
  48. Matt says

    March 16, 2019 at 12:09 am

    Can you use this with drumsticks? If so, what would the cooking time be?

    Reply
  49. Molly says

    April 10, 2019 at 3:53 pm

    My family loves this recipe! We have a full day planned with guests coming up so I was hoping to make something they’d love but can just pop in the oven and have ready ahead of time. What are your thoughts on making the sauce a head of time and pouring over the raw chicken and letting it sit in the sauce for 24 hours?

    Reply
  50. Penni says

    June 26, 2019 at 3:38 am

    Being out of wings and just cooking for myself, I opted for a boneless but still skin on breast. I cut it crosswise to make 2 smaller pieces. I followed the recipe (scaling the ingredients to 1/4 of original measurements) but cooked in my Nuwave oven for the same temp but only about 8 min per side. Skin side down first. Then seared for a minute or two for super crispy skin at the end. It was wonderful and my friend said it’s the best chicken she’s ever had! This is a keeper!

    Reply
  51. Dylan says

    August 5, 2019 at 10:20 pm

    Thanks for the recipe. Are you able to whip this sauce up separate and store it in the refrigerator for a later date?

    Reply
  52. Kim Alderson says

    September 11, 2019 at 11:19 pm

    Made this recipe and it is beyond exceptional. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  53. Connie says

    February 9, 2020 at 1:56 pm

    This recipe was super amazing. The process was long but the satisfied smiles on my kids faces was totally worth it. I reduced the honey and sriracha as they don’t like neither spicy nor sweet. Thanks for a super duper recipe. Can’t wait to try the others

    Reply
  54. Katie says

    April 9, 2020 at 6:14 pm

    how would you go about cooking these in a grill? would it be the same process? i can’t wait to make them!!

    Reply
  55. ShiAnn says

    April 16, 2020 at 8:35 pm

    Hey there! Does anyone have the macro count for this?

    Reply
  56. Tom says

    April 23, 2020 at 11:58 pm

    made them in Air Fryer Oven(not the basket type) and they were delicious in much less time than in the oven. Thank you for sharing this.

    Reply
  57. Brenda says

    May 12, 2020 at 3:38 am

    Winner recipe! This recipe has become a staple in our house! This is the only way I make wings. I made a triple batch for my daughter’s 30th birthday and they all disappeared quickly. Thanks for sharing your recipe.

    Reply
  58. Semaj says

    May 17, 2020 at 7:29 pm

    I made this recipe today and it’s amazing. Didn’t have the sesame seeds but it still came out good! Will definitely be doing this again. Thanks for this awesome recipe.

    Reply
  59. Faith says

    October 9, 2020 at 4:03 pm

    Is there anyway I can freeze these wings after they are made? I’m having a baby soon and I’m trying to plan ahead 🙂

    Reply

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