Why make this recipe
Crockpot Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings are an easy and delicious option for game days, parties, or any gathering. These wings are sweet, spicy, and perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat. The slow cooker does most of the work, allowing you to enjoy more time with your guests while serving up mouth-watering chicken wings. Plus, the sauce is simple and packed with flavor!
How to make Crockpot Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 4 pounds frozen chicken wings and/or drumettes
Directions:
- In a 5-quart slow cooker on low power, add the sriracha sauce, butter, honey, and lime juice. Stir to combine.
- Add the chicken wings and stir again to ensure they are coated in the sauce. Cook on high for 2 to 3 hours or on low for 4 to 6 hours until the wings are cooked through.
- Once cooked, transfer the sauce to a saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to medium-high and simmer the sauce until it thickens, which takes about 5 to 8 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Remove the wings from the slow cooker and place them on a baking sheet lined with foil. Drizzle some honey sriracha sauce over the wings.
- Set your oven to broil.
- Place the baking sheet of wings under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, until the sauce starts to caramelize. Remove them from the oven.
- Coat the wings with sauce again, broil for 1 minute, then take them out. Repeat one more time, ensuring that the wings are nicely caramelized.
- Finally, remove them from the oven and serve. Enjoy!
How to serve Crockpot Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings
Serve these flavorful wings straight from the oven with extra sauce on the side for dipping. You can add some celery sticks or carrot sticks on the side for a crunchy contrast. Pair with your favorite dipping sauces for a delicious feast!
How to store Crockpot Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings
Any leftover wings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave when ready to enjoy them again.
Tips to make Crockpot Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings
- If you prefer a milder flavor, you can reduce the amount of sriracha sauce or add more honey.
- Make sure to coat the wings well with the sauce before broiling for extra flavor.
- Keep an eye on the wings while they broil to prevent burning.
Variation
You can add sesame seeds or chopped green onions as a garnish for more flavor and presentation. You can also marinate the wings overnight in the sauce for a deeper taste.
FAQs
1. Can I use fresh chicken wings instead of frozen?
Yes, you can use fresh chicken wings. Just adjust the cooking time as fresh wings may cook faster.
2. Can I make these wings ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the wings and sauce in the slow cooker ahead of time and just broil them when you’re ready to serve.
3. Is it possible to make these wings in an oven instead of a crockpot?
Yes. You can bake the wings tossed with the sauce directly in the oven at 400°F for about 40-45 minutes, turning them halfway through, until cooked.
Crockpot Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings
Ingredients
Method
- In a 5-quart slow cooker on low power, add the sriracha sauce, butter, honey, and lime juice. Stir to combine.
- Add the chicken wings and stir again to ensure they are coated in the sauce.
- Cook on high for 2 to 3 hours or on low for 4 to 6 hours until the wings are cooked through.
- Once cooked, transfer the sauce to a saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to medium-high and simmer the sauce until it thickens, which takes about 5 to 8 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Remove the wings from the slow cooker and place them on a baking sheet lined with foil. Drizzle some honey sriracha sauce over the wings.
- Set your oven to broil.
- Place the baking sheet of wings under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, until the sauce starts to caramelize. Remove them from the oven.
- Coat the wings with sauce again, broil for 1 minute, then take them out. Repeat one more time, ensuring that the wings are nicely caramelized.
- Remove them from the oven and serve. Enjoy!