Oven Baked Firecracker Wings

Oven baked firecracker wings are the perfect game day appetizer! They’re sweet & spicy flavor will keep you coming back for more!

30 Minute Buffalo Chicken Meatballs and Jalapeno Poppers are party perfect appetizers! Spice the party up with these sweet and spicy Oven Baked Firecracker Wings.

Oven Baked Firecracker Wings sprinkled with sesame seeds and cilantro.

Firecracker chicken wings

You’re going to fall hard for these Oven Baked Firecracker Wings! They’re sweet, spicy and packed full of flavor. Did I mention that they’re super crispy… and baked, not fried?!

I’m always on the hunt for new chicken recipes. I don’t make wings very often because frying seems really time consuming and messy (and not so healthy), but now that I’ve mastered a crispy oven baked wing, that’s gonna change!

These delicious wings are made in just a little over a half hour and can easily feed a crowd. They’d be perfect for game day festivities!

The trick to getting super crisp oven baked wings is a.) tossing them in a light butter/oil combo b.) baking them on a rack so they don’t sit in fat and c.) bumping up the temperature to 400 degrees. I garnished mine with sprinkle of sesame seeds, cilantro and chili pepper flakes.

They were so good right out of the oven!! Crisp, flavorful, finger-lickin’-good! We’ll definitely be making them again!!

Oven Baked Firecracker Wings brushed with glaze.

Making baked firecracker chicken

PREP. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil, place a wire rack over top. Spray the rack with nonstick baking spray.

COAT + BAKE. In a medium size mixing bowl toss the chicken with the melted butter, oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Place the chicken on the wire rack and bake for 20-25 minutes or until crispy.

GLAZE. Meanwhile, to make the glaze, in a small saucepan set over medium heat, add the butter. When the butter has melted, whisk in flour and cook until lightly golden brown, about 1 minute. Stir in the honey, Sriracha, buffalo sauce, soy sauce and lime juice. Simmer until it thickens, about 2 minutes.

BROIL. Remove the wings from the oven and transfer to a plate. Brush the wings with the sauce. Remove the foil and place a piece of parchment paper over top of the baking sheet. Place the chicken on the parchment and broil for about 4 minutes or until crisp and crusted. Remove from the oven and garnish with cilantro, sesame seeds, and chili flakes.

Tips, Variations + Storing Info

These sweet and spicy oven baked wings are perfect to feed a crowd. They come together so quickly you’ll be enjoying them in no time! Here are some tips when baking them up:

  • If purchasing separate bags of wingettes and drumettes to use for this recipe make sure they are about the same size so they will bake evenly.
  • Brown sugar can be substituted for the honey in the glaze.
  • Instead of tossing in a bowl you can combine the chicken, butter, oil and seasonings in a large Ziploc bag, seal tightly and shake to coat the chicken before baking. This makes for an easier clean up!
  • These wings are so tasty on their own, but could also be served with a ranch or sriracha ranch dip.
  • Garnish wings with more or less red chili flakes depending on your preference for spiciness.

STORE leftover wings in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days, or FREEZE in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Thaw leftover wings that have been frozen overnight in the fridge when you are ready to enjoy them again.

Oven Baked Firecracker Wings sprinkled with sesame seeds.

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Oven Baked Firecracker Wings Recipe

Oven baked firecracker wings are the perfect game day appetizer! They're sweet & spicy flavor will keep you coming back for more!
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 567kcal
Author: Andrea
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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken wings - (wings & drumsticks)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter - melted
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil - OR grape seed oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the Glaze

  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp all purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup Sriracha
  • 1 tsp buffalo sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 lime - juiced

Garnish

  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro - chopped
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 1/8 tsp red chili flakes

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil, place a wire rack over top. Spray the rack with nonstick baking spray.
  • In a medium size mixing bowl toss the chicken with the melted butter, oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Place the chicken on the wire rack and bake for 20-25 minutes or until crispy.
  • Meanwhile, to make the glaze, in a small saucepan set over medium heat, add the butter. When the butter has melted, whisk in flour and cook until lightly golden brown, about 1 minute. Stir in the honey, Sriracha, buffalo sauce, soy sauce and lime juice. Simmer until it thickens, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove the wings from the oven and transfer to a plate. Brush the wings with the sauce. Remove the foil and place a piece of parchment paper over top of the baking sheet. Place the chicken on the parchment and broil for about 4 minutes or until crisp and crusted. Remove from the oven and garnish with cilantro, sesame seeds, and chili flakes.

NOTES

-You can also use the same recipe with skin-on chicken thighs. Just adjust the baking time accordingly. Internal temperature should read 165 degrees.

Nutrition

Serving: 4serving | Calories: 567kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 148mg | Sodium: 1071mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 985IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg

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