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By Joanie Zisk Published: Jan 30, 2019 · Updated: Jun 17, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links · Please read my disclosure

Small Batch Baked Chicken Wings

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Tender, juicy baked chicken wings coated in a fantastic sweet and spicy sauce that will catch your taste buds by surprise! Full of flavor and easy to make, this chicken wings recipe will give you a small batch of chicken wings, perfect if you're cooking for yourself.

a plate of chicken wings next to a silver container filled with barbecue sauce.

Why This Recipe Works

This easy baked chicken wings recipe is a spin on the wonderful chicken wings recipe I make when the weather turns warm. I usually fire up the grill when I make chicken wings but when I don't want to go outside, this oven baked wings recipe is the one I use. This small batch of chicken wings is just the right amount if you're cooking for one. The recipe will yield 4-6 flavorful, tender and juicy wings.

When you bake chicken wings, it's all about the sauce, right? Sure, we love the chicken but there's nothing better than biting into the crisp skin and getting a mouthful of a fabulous finger-lickin' good bbq sauce. You'll find that this recipe definitely delivers. It's not only easy to make but the sauce is out-of-this-world!

The sauce is perfectly balanced. It has just the right amount of sweetness and heat but you could always add a bit more of the hot sauce if you like spicier wings.

Best part, you've likely got all of the ingredients already on hand.

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Ingredient Notes

See recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.

  • BBQ sauce: Use your favorite brand. Being originally from Texas, I love Stubb's BBQ Sauce but use the kind you like.
  • Orange juice and honey: These ingredients add great flavor and a wonderful touch of sweetness.
  • Dijon mustard: Gives a tangy flavor to the sauce.
  • Hot sauce: Adds a delightful little kick.
  • Chicken wings: Use about 1 pound of chicken wings.
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How To Make This Recipe

Step 1: Place the chicken wings in a medium sized bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the sauce.

Step 2: Pour the sauce over the chicken wings. Toss and massage until each piece of chicken is completely coated. Cover and refrigerate the chicken for 20 minutes.

Step 3: Lay the chicken wings out on a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes.

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Expert Tips

  • Use either fresh or frozen and thawed chicken wings. When thawing chicken wings, make sure you thaw them in the refrigerator, a microwave, or in a sealed bag submerged in cold water. Chicken should always be cooked immediately after thawing.
  • Leftover chicken wings will keep for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator if well covered.
  • Be sure to discard the marinade after using.
Six bbq chicken wings on a white plate next to a white napkin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Temperature Should Chicken Wings Be Baked At?

Bake the chicken wings at 425 degrees for 40 minutes.

What Should I Serve With Chicken Wings?

If you would like to add a side dish to serve with the wings, you might want to consider any of these single serving recipes:
Rice Pilaf
Macaroni and Cheese
Scalloped Potatoes
Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients

If you have any ingredients leftover from this baked chicken wings recipe, you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:

  • Orange juice: Cranberry Orange Scones, Slow Cooker Orange Chicken, Orange Oatmeal Cake
  • Honey: Fruit Quesadilla, Honey Lemon Custard, Curried Butternut Squash Soup
  • Dijon mustard: Chicken with Mustard Sauce, Potato Salad, Roasted Salmon
  • Hot sauce: Baked Buffalo Chicken, Crawfish Etouffee, Shrimp Creole

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Small Batch Baked Chicken Wings

Tender, juicy baked chicken wings coated in a fantastic sweet and spicy sauce that will catch your taste buds by surprise! Full of flavor and easy to make, this chicken wings recipe will give you a small batch of chicken wings, the perfect amount if you're cooking for yourself.
4.84 from 6 votes
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See the post above for expert tips,
FAQs and ways to use leftover ingredients.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 528kcal
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • rimmed baking sheet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken wings
  • 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • ⅛ teaspoon hot sauce
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Instructions

  • Mix the barbecue sauce, orange juice, honey, dijon mustard, and hot sauce together in a large bowl. Add the chicken wings and toss to combine. Cover and let marinate for at least 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C)
  • Place the wings in a single layer on a small baking pan. 
    Bake in the oven for 40-45 minutes until brown and crispy.

Notes

Expert Tips
  • Use either fresh or frozen and thawed chicken wings. When thawing chicken wings, make sure you thaw them in the refrigerator, a microwave, or in a sealed bag submerged in cold water. Chicken should always be cooked immediately after thawing.
  • Leftover chicken wings will keep for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator if well covered.
  • Be sure to discard the marinade after using.
Nutrition Facts
Small Batch Baked Chicken Wings
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 528 Calories from Fat 360
% Daily Value*
Fat 40g62%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 189mg63%
Sodium 609mg26%
Potassium 463mg13%
Carbohydrates 21g7%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 19g21%
Protein 46g92%
Vitamin A 438IU9%
Vitamin C 10mg12%
Calcium 41mg4%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Joanie Zisk is the creator of OneDishKitchen.com, the number one go-to site for single serving recipes. The aim of One Dish Kitchen is to inspire individuals with access to single serving recipes that will enable them to enjoy the preparation of a meal that will nourish both body and soul. Her website is filled with hundreds of easy, flavorful recipes that are tailored for those cooking for one. Joanie is the author of "The Ultimate Cooking For One Cookbook" and her recipes and food photography have been featured in various publications including, TODAY.com, Huffington Post, Real Simple, Self.com,Women’s Day, Buzzfeed, and others. Come say hello and follow Joanie on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and LinkedIn.

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  1. Melissa W says

    March 21, 2022 at 4:59 pm

    I really don’t like hot sauce; can I eliminate the hot sauce ingredient?

    Reply
  2. Jane Evans says

    February 14, 2022 at 3:22 pm

    Are these regular chicken wings or the little mini wing pieces?

    Reply
    • Joanie Zisk says

      February 14, 2022 at 4:02 pm

      Regular-sized chicken wings.

      Reply
  3. Patricia Potts says

    January 25, 2022 at 6:50 am

    Delicious I had 6 chicken wings weighing 1 1/2 lb so did 1.5 of the recipe and they were so delicious not overly sweet but I was a bit generous with the tabasco and they just melted off the bone so tender and so flavoursome thank you for a great recipe

    Reply
  4. Margaret says

    January 17, 2022 at 4:32 pm

    Is there a substitution the orange juice.
    I would have to buy a larger amount (1 litre) to get the 1 tablespoon.

    Reply
    • Joanie Zisk says

      January 18, 2022 at 8:42 am

      You could use the juice of one small orange or leave orange juice out altogether.

      Reply
  5. Tracy M says

    March 04, 2021 at 10:03 am

    Flavorful and easy to make! Great BBQ-style sauce for many uses. I used it on more than chicken wings. Delicious!

    Reply
  6. JOHN SEYBERT says

    November 23, 2020 at 4:02 pm

    I really love this recipe...they were even better the next day. Hint...I made double the sauce and set some of it aside BEFORE marinating the chicken and used it as a dipping sauce when I ate them.

    Reply
    • Joanie Zisk says

      November 23, 2020 at 4:23 pm

      I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe, John. Doubling the sauce is a great idea! Thank you so much for your feedback.

      Reply
  7. Patricia Hoffmeister says

    August 17, 2020 at 10:05 am

    What would you serve with this as a dinner.

    Reply
    • Joanie Zisk says

      August 17, 2020 at 11:47 am

      So many side dishes go well with chicken wings. I would suggest, Rice Pilaf, Macaroni and Cheese, Scalloped Potatoes or Roasted Vegetables. All of these recipes can be found on our website.

      Reply
  8. Liz says

    January 30, 2019 at 1:43 pm

    These were so easy and flavorful! I'm making a double batch this Sunday for my hubby and I to eat during the game!

    Reply
    • Pat Cook says

      September 15, 2019 at 7:26 pm

      Made these chicken wings, very good. Thank you

      Reply
      • Joanie Zisk says

        September 23, 2019 at 6:06 pm

        I'm so happy you enjoyed the chicken wings. Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know.

        Joanie

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