This copycat Buffalo Wild Wings honey bbq wings recipe has everything we love about the original. Tender wings are coated in a delicious honey bbq sauce that packs a kick of heat and sweet in equal measure.
Buffalo Wild Wings is known for its delicious honey BBQ wings. They are absolutely delicious, and I love them so much. Rather than waiting to head to B-Dubs, I decided to simply make my own.
Buffalo Wild Wings Honey BBQ Wings
This was inspired by my other chicken wings recipe on this site and pairs well with this amazing blue cheese dip recipe.
Ingredients
It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this recipe. You'll find them all easily at your local grocery store.
- Chicken wings
- Ketchup
- White vinegar
- Molasses
- Honey
- Liquid smoke
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Paprika
- Chili powder
- Cayenne pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Oil for frying
See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.
Instructions
This delicious recipe is super easy to make. It only takes a few simple steps!
Step 1: Prep the Wings
If necessary, use a sharp knife to trim excess skin from the wings, rinse with water, then pat them dry with paper towel.
Step 2: Make the Sauce
Combine the ketchup, vinegar, molasses, honey, liquid smoke, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder and cayenne pepper, in a medium saucepan, over medium heat. Bring the sauce to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
Step 3: Bake the Wings
Bake the chicken wings at 400F for 60 minutes on greased baking sheet covered in tinfoil.
Step 4: Toss with Sauce
Let the wings cool slightly, then toss them in the honey BBQ sauce. Enjoy!
Hint: Be sure the wings are dry before adding them to the oil to avoid major spattering.
Substitutions
Don't have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change these Buffalo Wild Wings honey BBQ wings.
- Tomato Paste - If you don't have ketchup, use tomato paste thinned down with a bit of water and add a bit of sugar.
- Apple Cider Vinegar - You can use apple cider vinegar if you don't have white vinegar. It will change the taste slightly, but it's still delicious.
Variations
Want to personalize this Buffalo Wild Wings honey BBQ wings recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.
- Mild - If you don't like spicy food, omit the cayenne pepper.
- Hot - For more heat, add some hot sauce to the honey BBQ sauce.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy these broiled chicken wings. Also check out our Condiment Recipes for a variety of flavors that make an already delicious dish taste even better!
Storage
You can store these wings in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze these wings in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag for up to 6 months.
Tips
This is a simple recipe to make, but because it involves frying, I have some tips here to make it easier and less messy.
- Be sure your wings are thoroughly dry before frying to avoid major spattering.
- Place the wings in the hot oil, don't drop them in.
- Be sure to only fry 3 to 5 wings at a time so you don't overcrowd the pot.
More Chicken Recipes
Do you like chicken? Here are some recipes you may also like to try.
- Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken
- Crock Pot Hot Wings
- Burger King Chicken Fries
- Air Fryer Fried Chicken Thighs
- Tequila Lime Chicken Wings
FAQ
Do you have questions about these copycat Buffalo Wild Wings honey BBQ wings? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about this copycat honey BBQ Buffalo Wild Wings recipe.
They taste almost exactly like the classic honey BBQ wings from Buffalo Wild Wings. They might even be better.
They'll last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator or up to 6 months in the freezer.
Place these wings in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag and pop them in the freezer.
Place them in the refrigerator overnight to thaw.
Place the wings on a foil-lined baking pan and bake them for 15 minutes at 350 degrees.
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Buffalo Wild Wings Honey BBQ Wings
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Buffalo Wild Wings Honey BBQ Wings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken wings and drumettes (8-12 uually, depending on size)
- 1 cup ketchup
- ⅓ cup white vinegar
- ¼ cup molasses
- ¼ cup liquid honey
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Grab a resealable bag and throw wings inside. Add enough oil to coat and dump on baking sheet covered in tinfoil. Sprinkle wings with salt and pepper. Bake the chicken wings at 400 degrees F for 60 minutes and golden brown.
- Get out and measure your ingredients.
- Using a medium saucepan, over medium heat, add ketchup, white vinegar, molasses, honey, liquid smoke, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a boil, reduce heat and simmer on low, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Remove your chicken wings from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Place the wings in a a large, heat resistant bowl.
- Drizzle sauce on wings.
- Toss wings in honey barbecue sauce.
- Serve with sauce on side for dipping, if desired.
- Serve immediately. Enjoy every bite!
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Notes
- Be sure your wings are thoroughly dry before frying to avoid major spattering.
- Place the wings in the hot oil, don't drop them in.
- Be sure to only fry 3 to 5 wings at a time so you don't overcrowd the pot.
Jo says
it shows that you throw them in the oven but at the end of your recipe it states that your are frying them in oil. Can you do it both ways?
Karin and Ken says
Definitely. I apologize for the error! Toss them in wings cooked however you prefer! Enjoy every bite! Karin