Hooter's Style Hot Wings

Bring the irresistible heat and crunch of restaurant-style wings to your kitchen with this Hooter's Style Hot Wings recipe! Perfectly crispy fried chicken wings are coated in a bold, buttery hot sauce made with Frank’s RedHot, a dash of cayenne, and a hint of honey for the ultimate balance of spice and sweetness. This easy-to-follow recipe uses a simple flour-and-spice dredge to create that signature golden crust and features classic deep-frying techniques for authentic flavor and texture. Ready in just 40 minutes, these wings are perfect for game day, a party platter, or a spicy dinner treat. Don’t forget to serve them with celery sticks and your favorite ranch or blue cheese dip for the full experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken wings
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 stick Butter
• 0.5 cup Hot sauce (preferably Frank's RedHot)
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon Honey

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Use a sharp knife to cut the wings into drumettes and flats, discarding the wing tips or saving them for stock.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 3

Coat each chicken wing piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Place the coated wings on a baking sheet or plate and let them sit for 15 minutes to allow the coating to adhere.

Step 4

While the wings rest, heat the vegetable oil in a large deep pan or fryer to 375°F (190°C).

Step 5

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the hot sauce, white vinegar, cayenne pepper, and honey. Mix well, then remove the sauce from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Carefully fry the chicken wings in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry each batch for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Use a slotted spoon to transfer the wings to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 7

Once all the wings are fried, place them in a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot sauce mixture over the wings and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 8

Serve immediately with celery sticks and a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing. Enjoy your homemade Hooters Style Hot Wings!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2250.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	12113.4

Total Fat 1224.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 231.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 54.0g
Cholesterol 1281.6mg	0%
Sodium 11267.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.1g
Protein 191.4g	0%

Vitamin D 90.7IU	0%
Calcium 275.1mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 2020.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.4%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 5.5%