Sweet Chicken Wings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Wings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 pounds chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
→ For the Sweet and Spicy Glaze
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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¼ cup honey
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¼ cup hot sauce (use your preferred brand for your heat level)
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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¼ cup brown sugar
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra spice)
→ Optional Garnishes
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Sesame seeds
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Chopped fresh cilantro
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Sliced green onions
# Instructions:
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Run the wings under cool water and then pat them dry with a paper towel. Dry wings crisp up much better. Toss them in a big bowl with the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder so they’re evenly coated.
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Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lay the wings out on a wire rack resting over a foil-lined baking pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, turning them over halfway through, until the skin turns crispy and golden.
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Warm some oil in a sturdy pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C). Fry the wings in small groups for about 8-10 minutes until they’re crispy and cooked through. Let them rest on paper towels to drain excess oil.
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Add honey, brown sugar, hot sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper into a little pot. Stir it over medium heat. Once it starts bubbling and thickening slightly (around 3-5 minutes), it’s good to go!
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Put the cooked wings into a big bowl. Pour the sweet and spicy sauce over them. Give it all a good mix so they’re evenly covered in the glaze.
# Notes:
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Top them with green onions, cilantro, or sesame seeds for extra flavor.
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Enjoy them with your favorite drinks or side dishes for a great combo.