Chicken wings are always a hit, whether you’re hosting a game day party, firing up the grill for a backyard barbecue, or just looking for a fun family dinner. These Gina’s Honey Mustard Kiss Wings take classic wings to the next level with a delicious combination of sweet honey, tangy Dijon mustard, smoky barbecue sauce, and just the right touch of heat. The wings are marinated to lock in flavor, grilled until perfectly crispy, and then brushed with a buttery honey mustard glaze that makes them absolutely irresistible. It’s the kind of recipe that has everyone reaching for just one more wing.
One of the things I love most about this recipe is the balance of flavors. The marinade gives the chicken a rich, savory taste with a hint of citrus from fresh orange zest, while the finishing glaze adds a glossy coating that’s sweet, tangy, and buttery all at once. Grilling the wings creates crispy skin and juicy meat, and the final brush of glaze caramelizes slightly over the heat, making every bite sticky, flavorful, and finger-licking good. Don’t be surprised if these disappear as soon as they hit the serving platter.
These wings are perfect for just about any occasion. Serve them as an appetizer for parties, alongside celery and carrot sticks with ranch or blue cheese dressing, or make them the main course with coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, or corn on the cob. If grilling isn’t an option, you can also bake or air fry the wings and finish them with the same delicious glaze for equally tasty results.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or making dinner for the family, this recipe is easy to prepare and delivers big flavor with simple ingredients. The sweet honey, tangy mustard, and smoky barbecue sauce create a combination that’s hard to resist, making these wings a recipe you’ll come back to for cookouts, holidays, tailgates, and every game day in between. Once you’ve tried Gina’s Honey Mustard Kiss Wings, they’ll earn a permanent spot in your collection of favorite wing recipes.
Not what you are looking for? Try these other wing variations:
- Cranberry Plum Glazed Chicken Wings
- Ree’s Classic Hot Wings Recipe
- Teba Shio – Salted Chicken Wings
- Shanghai Chicken Wings.
Gina’s Honey Mustard Kiss Wings
- Total Time: 1:05
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Barbecue Sauce
- 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 3 pounds chicken wing drumettes, patted dry with paper towels
Instructions
- Mix the barbecue sauce, orange zest, hot sauce, honey, and Dijon together in a large bowl. Add the chicken wings and toss to combine. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the grill to medium direct heat.
- Drain the wings from the marinade and pat dry. Grill until crisp and golden, about 8 minutes per side.
- While the wings are grilling, melt the butter in a small saucepan on the grill. Whisk in the honey and mustard. Brush the glaze on the wings and allow to cook for another 2 minutes. Serve the wings mounded up on a platter sprinkled with green onions.
- Prep Time: :45
- Cook Time: :20
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilled