The Fourth of July is coming—have you decided what to cook? These Baked Chicken Wings with Golden Sauce are a playful, delicious take on classic wings that are perfect for any celebration.
These wings disappear fast, so plan to make extra. The skin roasts to a satisfying crisp while the Golden Sauce adds tang and sweetness—guaranteed to have guests returning for seconds. Pair with your favorite fries or sides for a complete party spread.
Getting Saucy
A platter of wings is an instant party starter. These Gluten Free Baked Chicken Wings with Golden Sauce deliver all the crunch and flavor of fried wings without deep frying, making them a lighter option that still satisfies.
Roasting at high heat crisps the skin and renders fat while keeping the meat juicy. A simple seasoning of kosher salt and a barbecue rub brings salty, savory, sweet, and a touch of smokiness. Swap in your preferred barbecue rub to dial sweetness or heat up or down to suit your taste.
The Golden Sauce is the star: sweet barbecue sauce meets tangy yellow mustard, bright Dijon, spicy buffalo sauce, and a touch of honey to balance everything with gentle sweetness. Use it as a dip or toss the wings in it for maximum flavor.
How to Make Baked Chicken Wings with Golden Sauce
You only need a sheet pan and under an hour to get these wings on the table. The sauce comes together in moments, so it’s easy to double if you want plenty for dipping.
Time needed: 50 minutes
These wings are the ultimate sheet pan treat!
- Pregame
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roasting at a high temperature crisps the skin while keeping the meat tender.
- Toss it Up
Combine wings, vegetable oil, kosher salt, and barbecue seasoning in a bowl and toss until evenly coated.
- Bake it Up
Arrange wings in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake 30–40 minutes, flipping once if desired, until skin is golden and crispy.
- A Little Saucy
Whisk together sweet barbecue sauce, buffalo sauce, Dijon, yellow mustard, and honey until smooth. Serve alongside or toss wings in the sauce.
Top Tip for Baked Chicken Wings with Golden Sauce
Pat wings dry before seasoning to promote extra-crispy skin. For even better results, place seasoned wings on a wire rack over a sheet pan and refrigerate uncovered overnight to further dry the skin. Always bake wings in a single layer so they brown and crisp evenly.
Baked Chicken Wings with Golden Sauce
Danielle Cochran
Pin Recipe
Equipment
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1 baking sheet or baking dish
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1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
Chicken Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp barbecue seasoning
Golden Sauce
- 2 tbsp sweet barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp buffalo sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 1/4 tbsp honey
Instructions
Chicken Wings
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Toss chicken wings with vegetable oil, kosher salt, and barbecue seasoning until evenly coated.
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Arrange wings in a single layer on a baking sheet or dish.
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Bake 30–40 minutes, until wings are crispy and golden, turning once for even browning if you like.
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Serve with the Golden Sauce on the side or toss wings in the sauce before serving.
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Enjoy!
Golden Sauce
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Whisk sweet barbecue sauce, buffalo sauce, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, and honey in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.