Crispy Baked Wings with Sweet Chili Glaze

These sweet-and-spicy baked wings finished with Everything Bagel Seasoning are an ideal appetizer for game day, parties, or casual gatherings.

I served these Sweet and Spicy Baked Wings at a guys’ night once and learned quickly: three pounds of wings for six men was far too few. I’d planned four wings per person, thinking the chili and veggies would round things out, but the wings vanished first.

I made the recipe again to test it myself and it’s clear why they disappeared so fast. The glaze—simple honey and sriracha—balances sweetness and heat perfectly. Topping the wings with Everything Bagel Seasoning adds an onion-garlic bite and pleasant crunch from sesame and poppy seeds. These elements combine for a bold, craveable flavor.

Because they bake entirely in the oven, these wings are great for cooler weather. When it’s warm out, I often switch to grilled wings instead.

Ingredients

• Chicken wings or pre-cut “party wings” (flats and drumettes). Whole wings include the tip, drumette, and flat.
• Honey and sriracha for the sweet-and-spicy glaze.
• Everything Bagel Seasoning to finish—store-bought or homemade (see recipe below).

How to separate chicken wings

Each wing has three parts: the drumette, the flat, and the tip. Feel for the joints with your fingers and cut through each joint with a sharp knife. Discard the tips or save them for stock. If you prefer to skip this step, buy “party wings” that are already separated.

Tips for making crispy wings in the oven

The key to great wings is crisp skin. Use these techniques:

• Place wings on a sheet pan fitted with a wire rack so air can circulate and crisp both sides.
• Toss wings with a little canola oil and bake at 400°F—high heat helps them brown and crisp.
• Wait to add the glaze and seasoning until after the wings are crisp so the topping doesn’t burn.

How to make sweet and spicy chicken wings

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack on top for easy cleanup and even airflow.

2. Separate tips from the flats and drumettes if needed. Toss flats and drumettes with 2 tablespoons canola oil and 2 teaspoons kosher salt in a large bowl.

3. Arrange the wings on the wire rack and bake for 40 minutes at 400°F, until they begin to brown and the skin is crisp.

4. While they bake, whisk together 3 tablespoons sriracha and 3 tablespoons honey until smooth.

5. Remove wings from the oven, brush both sides generously with the honey-sriracha glaze, and sprinkle 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning over them. Return to the oven and bake 10 more minutes, until the glaze is sticky and wings are cooked through.

Frequently Asked Questions

Storage and reheating tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4–5 days. To re-crisp and reheat, place wings on a baking sheet and warm at 400°F for 5–7 minutes or until heated through.

How to make your own Everything Bagel Seasoning

Homemade Everything Bagel Seasoning is quick and fresh. Combine:

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 2 teaspoons dried onion flakes
• 2 teaspoons dried garlic flakes
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Mix and store in an airtight jar. Use it to top the wings just after glazing so the seeds and flakes stay flavorful and crunchy.

Sweet and Spicy Baked Wings are perfect for game day—Super Bowl parties, playoff gatherings, or any casual get-together where sticky fingers are welcome. Serve hot with cold drinks and plenty of napkins.

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📖 Recipe

Sweet and Spicy Baked Wings with Everything Bagel Seasoning

These wings are a little sweet and a little spicy—perfect for sharing as an appetizer while watching sports.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 50 mins

Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 24 wings

Calories: 87 kcal per wing

Ingredients

• 3 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes)
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons sriracha
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and top with a wire rack.
2. Separate tips from the wings, then separate flats from drumettes. Discard tips or save for stock.
3. Toss flats and drumettes with canola oil and kosher salt in a large bowl.
4. Place wings on the prepared rack and bake 40 minutes, until beginning to brown.
5. Whisk sriracha and honey together in a small bowl.
6. Brush the glaze over both sides of the wings, sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning, and bake 10 more minutes until the glaze is sticky and wings are cooked through.
7. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Tip: Use a sheet pan with a wire rack so wings crisp evenly. Make your own everything seasoning using the ingredient list above for the freshest flavor.

Nutrition (per wing)

Calories: 87 kcal | Carbohydrates: 2 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 6 g | Sodium: 325 mg

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