– 2 lbs chicken wings
– 1 cup fresh peaches, diced
– ½ cup honey
– 2 tablespoons sriracha or hot sauce (adjust based on preference)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Follow these simple steps to prepare Hot Honey Peach Wings:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
2. Prepare Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps achieve a crispy exterior.
3. Season Wings: In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until well coated.
4. Bake Wings: Place the seasoned wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until crispy and golden.
5. Make Peach Sauce: While the wings are baking, combine the diced peaches, honey, and sriracha (or hot sauce) in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the mixture begins to simmer and the peaches soften, about 5-10 minutes.
6. Blend Sauce: Remove the saucepan from heat. Blend the peach mixture using a blender or an immersion blender until smooth. Adjust sweetness or heat as desired.
7. Toss Wings: Once the wings are cooked and crispy, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the peach sauce over the wings and toss until evenly coated.
8. Serve: Transfer the glazed wings back to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
9. Garnish: Once out of the oven, garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.