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Honey Mustard Wing Sauce Recipe
Mary Johnson

Honey Mustard Wing Sauce

A sweet, tangy, buttery sauce made with honey and mustard that's perfect for coating crispy chicken wings or serving as a dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 –2 teaspoons water if needed

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add the honey, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
  4. Warm gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently. Do not bring the sauce to a vigorous boil.
  5. If the sauce is too thick, whisk in water 1 teaspoon at a time.
  6. Taste and adjust the sweetness, tanginess, or heat as desired.
  7. Toss the warm sauce with about 2 pounds of freshly cooked crispy chicken wings.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier sauce, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
  • For a creamier dipping sauce, mix the cooled sauce with 2–3 tablespoons of mayonnaise.
  • If the sauce is too sweet, add a little extra Dijon mustard or apple cider vinegar.
  • If the sauce is too tangy, add a small amount of honey.
  • For best results, toss the sauce with the wings immediately before serving so the chicken stays crisp.