Sticky Honey-Mustard Baked Chicken Wings

This recipe relies on contrast: honey's sweetness dulls the mustard's sharp acidity, while oven heat caramelizes sugars on the skin. The result is a sticky, shiny glaze over juicy meat and crispy skin.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 55 mins
🍽️ Servings 5 servings
🔥 Calories 650 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Modern Bistro

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Brush

Allergen Information

⚠️ Mustard

Instructions

1

Pat wings thoroughly dry. Season with salt and pepper.

Tip: Moisture is the enemy of crispiness. Wet skin steams instead of roasting.
2

Whisk honey, mustard, oil, and garlic in a bowl until emulsified.

Tip: Oil helps dissolve fat-soluble flavors and protects meat from drying.
3

Toss wings in marinade to coat evenly. Let sit 30 mins (or overnight).

Tip: Salt and marinade penetrate fibers, altering protein structure for juicier meat.
4

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange wings on parchment-lined sheet, spaced apart.

Tip: Touching wings steam each other. Convection setting helps crisping.
5

Bake 35-40 mins. Flip halfway through and brush with remaining marinade.

Tip: Done when skin is dark golden brown (honey makes it darker than usual) and meat pulls from bone.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the marinade burn?
Honey caramelizes and burns quickly. If browning too fast, cover with foil.
Can I use chicken breast?
Yes, but breast is drier. Reduce cooking time or it becomes tough as leather.

Ingredients

  • 2.25 lbs Chicken wings (cleaned, tips removed)
  • 4 tbsp Wildflower Honey
  • 3 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 2 cloves Crushed garlic
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper