Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Wings

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This slow cooker honey mustard chicken wings recipe is a must-try when you’re looking for a tasty appetizer with little prep time. The homemade honey mustard sauce is perfect, and the taste will keep you and your guests wanting more.

Appetizers are the best made at home; forget going to the bar for the game. We also make grape jelly little smokies and buffalo wings for game day.

honey mustard wings in the slow cooker, cooked

Why this recipes works

Not only does the quick prep time make this recipe unique, but the cooking time is also short as well. Whether you’re looking for a game-time snack or something for tonight’s dinner, this honey mustard chicken recipe will quickly become one of your favorites. Not to mention, there are minimal ingredients, most of which you may already have in your pantry! If you are wanted shredded honey mustard chicken for dinner, try my slow cooker honey mustard chicken breast recipe.

Recipe Ingredients

ingredients for honey mustard wings on table

Chicken – Wingettes and drumettes are the best chicken cuts for this recipe.
Mustard – Dijon mustard adds the perfect tangy flavor and combines well with the other ingredients.
BBQ Sauce – A must-have for adding a smoky yet balanced flavor.
Brown Sugar – Adds the perfect touch of sweetness to the tangs of the other base sauces.
Honey – Needed to make the actual honey mustard flavor.
Seasonings & Spices – Garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon are used to top off this recipe’s yummy taste.

Step-by-Step Directions

collage of how to assemble honey mustard wings, by browning in oven and adding to slow cooker

Step One – Separate the wings and drums and lay them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly season them with salt and pepper.

Step Two – Broil the wings and drums on each side for about 5 minutes. They will be light brown in color.

Step Three – Make the honey mustard sauce in a small bowl by combining and stirring the remaining ingredients (Dijon mustard, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and lemon juice).

Step Four – Place the chicken into the crockpot and pour the marinade on top. Cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours. Serve and enjoy!

honey mustard wings done cooking in crockpot

How to serve

Appetizer: these honey mustard wings make the perfect pre-meal appetizer dish. If you choose to serve them for a potluck or game day meal, consider pairing them alongside carrot and celery slices (and Ranch dressing).
Main Course: chicken always pairs well with vegetables, and this recipe is no different. In addition to a vegetable side, pair this chicken treat with mashed potatoes.
On a Bed: serve this chicken on a bed of rice or pasta to make it a hearty meal.
Garnish ideas: since this recipe already calls for lemon, have a few slices and fresh rosemary to add on top right before serving.

close up of cooked honey mustard wings in slow cooker

Variations

Chicken thighs – easily substitute wings and drums for thighs. The cooking time doesn’t have to change, and the flavors will still be the same.
Add vegetables – if you’d like to add a bit more to the crockpot, consider adding slices (or quarters) of onion.

Recipe FAQs

How do I store leftovers?

If you just so happen to have them, put the leftovers in an airtight container. Store them in the fridge for up to three days or freezer for up to three months.

Is this recipe make-ahead (or even freezer meal) friendly?

Absolutely! The ingredients that make up the honey mustard sauce can be combined and stored in an airtight bag. You can combine all the ingredients and skip the broiling step; however, it will have a slightly different outcome (but not much).

Can I use bottled honey mustard instead?

Yes, we love French’s honey mustard, but we often add a touch more honey or brown sugar to sweeten it further.

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