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Hot Honey Rub Wingstop Recipe

Wingstop Hot Honey Rub is a popular chicken wing flavor from Wingstop. It is made with a mix of sweet honey and spicy seasonings. The wings are crispy on the outside and coated with a tasty dry rub.The flavor is both sweet and a little spicy at the same time. The honey gives a light sweetness, while the spices add heat and a smoky taste. This makes the wings very flavorful and exciting to eat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken Wings
  • 3 lbs Chicken wings Split flats and drums
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil Helps seasoning stick
  • Hot Honey Dry Rub
  • 3 tbsp Honey powder Sweet flavor base
  • 2 tsp Paprika Regular or smoked
  • 2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1.5 tsp Onion powder
  • 2 tsp Ancho chili powder Mild smoky heat
  • 1 tsp Cayenne pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper Fresh ground preferred

Equipment

  • 1 Baking sheets Large size preferred
  • 1 Wire racks Helps wings crisp evenly
  • 1 Large mixing bowl For tossing wings
  • 1 Small bowl For dry rub
  • 1 Tongs Mixing and flipping wings
  • 1 Paper towels Drying chicken wings

Method
 

  1. Step 1:
    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper and place wire racks on top.
  2. Step 2:
    In a small bowl, combine honey powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ancho chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the dry rub.
  3. Step 3:
    Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. Removing excess moisture helps the wings become crispier while baking.
  4. Step 4:
    Place the wings in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss until the wings are evenly coated.
  5. Step 5:
    Sprinkle half of the seasoning mixture over the wings and toss well using tongs to coat evenly.
  6. Step 6:
    Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared wire racks, leaving a little space between each piece for proper airflow.
  7. Step 7:
    Bake for about 40 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through, until they become golden brown and crispy.
  8. Step 8:
    Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  9. Step 9:
    Serve the wings warm with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes.

Notes

  • Patting the wings dry is the key to achieving a crispy texture.
  • Use honey powder instead of liquid honey to keep the rub dry and flavorful.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper based on your preferred spice level.
  • For an air fryer, cook at 380°F for 20–22 minutes and flip halfway through.
  • Serve immediately while the wings are hot and crispy for the best taste.