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Buttermilk Brined Hot Honey Wings

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 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 Mix

  • 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

  • 2 lbs chicken wings

Buttermilk

  • 3 cups buttermilk
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

Vegetable Oil

  • for frying vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 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 salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, and oregano to make coating.
  • Heat oil to 325°F (160°C). Dredge wings in flour, dip in buttermilk, then coat again in flour. Fry until golden and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Mix honey with cayenne. Toss fried wings in hot honey or drizzle over them.

Notes

Ensure oil temperature is correct for crispy wings. Adjust cooking time if needed.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer, main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brine, chicken wings, hot honey