Charlie’s Hard Times Honey BBQ Wings are sticky, sweet, and smoky with just the right savory kick. These juicy chicken wings are coated in rich honey BBQ sauce and baked (or fried) to perfection, making them an easy crowd-pleasing favorite for game day, parties, cookouts, or casual family dinners.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds chicken wings, wing tips removed
- Honey BBQ Sauce
- ½ cup Charlie’s Hard Times Honey Mustard Barbeque Sauce
- ½ cup Third Coast’s Honey Chipotle Pepper Glaze
- 1 tablespoon Psycho Soy Sauce
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Oil, for deep-fat frying
Instructions:
- In a small saucepan, combine the Psycho Soy Sauce, Charlie’s Hard Times Honey Mustard Barbeque Sauce and Third Coast’s Honey Chipotle Pepper Glaze. Bring to a boil; cook until the sauce has thickened. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, paprika and pepper. Add the wings, a few at a time, and toss to coat.
- In a deep heavy bottomed skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°.
- Fry the wings, a few at a time not crowding them in the pan, until they are golden brown, no longer pink inside and cooked completely, about 4-5 minutes on each side. (the time needed to cook depends on the size of the wings of course)
- Remove the wings from the oil with tongs and place the wings on paper towels to drain.
- Transfer the still hot wings to a large bowl; add the sauce and toss to coat the wings completely.
- Serve hot.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Charlie’s Hard Times Honey BBQ Wings
Can I make these wings ahead of time?
Yes. Bake or fry the wings in advance, refrigerate, then reheat in the oven and toss with warm Honey BBQ sauce just before serving.
Can I use frozen wings?
Absolutely — just thaw completely and pat dry before cooking to help them crisp up properly.
Are these wings sweet or savory?
They’re a perfect balance of both, with honey sweetness and smoky BBQ flavor in every bite.
Can I make them spicy?
Yes — add cayenne, crushed red pepper flakes, or hot sauce to the BBQ sauce for a sweet-heat twist.
How should I store leftovers?
Store cooled wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.
