These Crispy Honey Wings are grilled to perfection and repeatedly brushed with a sweet honey glaze infused with Worcestershire sauce and ginger. The result is a beautifully caramelized wing with a slightly smoky flavor, crisp edges, and irresistible sweetness.
Flavor Profile
Sweet, smoky, tangy, lightly spiced, caramelized
Equipment Needed
Ingredients
3 pounds chicken wings, separated
¾ cup honey
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium heat.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, Worcestershire sauce, and ground ginger until smooth.
- Reserve approximately one-third of the glaze for serving if desired.
- Arrange the chicken wings on the grill 4 to 6 inches above the heat source.
- Grill for 10 minutes.
- Turn the wings over and generously brush with the honey glaze.
- Continue grilling for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
- Brush the wings frequently with the glaze throughout cooking.
- Continue cooking until the wings are caramelized, slightly charred around the edges, and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer to a serving platter.
- Brush with any remaining clean glaze before serving.
Recipe Notes
Heat Adjustment Suggestions
Add 1 teaspoon hot sauce to the glaze for a sweet-and-spicy variation.
Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper for additional heat.
Mix in red pepper flakes for a spicy honey wing version.
Make-Ahead Tips
Prepare the glaze up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate.
The wings can be grilled partially ahead of time and finished just before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with coleslaw, grilled vegetables, or corn on the cob.
Pair with ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing.
Excellent for cookouts, summer parties, tailgating, and family gatherings.
CRISPY HONEY WINGS (Sweet Sticky Wings with a Smoky Grill Finish)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the grill to medium heat.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, Worcestershire sauce, and ground ginger until smooth.
- Reserve approximately one-third of the glaze for serving if desired.
- Arrange the chicken wings on the grill 4 to 6 inches above the heat source.
- Grill for 10 minutes.
- Turn the wings over and generously brush with the honey glaze.
- Continue grilling for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
- Brush the wings frequently with the glaze throughout cooking.
- Continue cooking until the wings are caramelized, slightly charred around the edges, and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer to a serving platter.
- Brush with any remaining clean glaze before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper for additional heat.
Mix in red pepper flakes for a spicy honey wing version. Make-Ahead Tips Prepare the glaze up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate.
The wings can be grilled partially ahead of time and finished just before serving. Serving Suggestions Serve with coleslaw, grilled vegetables, or corn on the cob.
Pair with ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing.
Excellent for cookouts, summer parties, tailgating, and family gatherings.
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Inspired by classic honey-glazed barbecue wings that combine sweet honey, aromatic ginger, and smoky grilling techniques to create a sticky, caramelized finish.
Source: Taste of Home
Nutrition Information
Estimated per serving (based on 6 servings)
Calories: 365
Protein: 25 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Fat: 21 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg
Sodium: 340 mg
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 15 g
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Marinate Time: None
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
