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Crispy BBQ Chicken Wings with Sticky Sweet Glaze

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These crispy baked chicken wings are coated in a sticky sweet glaze made from honey, brown sugar, and smoky BBQ sauce, perfect for game day or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings (drumette and wingette sections separated)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce (smoky, slightly spicy recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible.
  3. In a large bowl, combine baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  4. Toss the wings with olive oil, then add them to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat evenly with the dry mix and oil.
  5. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, leaving space between each piece for air circulation.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through (about 18 minutes in), until golden brown and crispy.
  7. While the wings bake, prepare the sticky sweet glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine BBQ sauce, honey, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir constantly until sugar dissolves and glaze thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Keep warm.
  8. Once wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl and pour the warm glaze over them. Toss carefully to coat every wing.
  9. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds.

Notes

Pat wings very dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Use baking powder, not baking soda, for best results. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Toss wings in glaze only after baking to keep skin crispy. For extra crispiness, broil wings 2-3 minutes at the end, watching closely to avoid burning. Reheat leftovers in oven to maintain crispiness; avoid microwave.

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