Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil (or unsalted butter for richer flavor)
3 tbsp cayenne pepper (adjust to heat preference)
1 tbsp light brown sugar
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp coarse salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp honey (optional, helps emulsify)

Directions

Heat oil or butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Whisk in the brown sugar, spices (cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper), and honey.

Simmer for 1-2 minutes until thoroughly mixed and sugar is dissolved.

Remove from heat and brush immediately over hot chicken tenders or wings.

** For authentic, extra-hot flavor, mix in 1 tsp of ghost pepper powder or 1 tbsp of hot honey.