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Baked BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe

Get ready to indulge in the perfect combination of crispy, sticky, and flavorful wings that will become a favorite at any gathering. These delicious crispy wings are coated with a homemade BBQ sauce that makes the wings finger-licking good!
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 3009kcal

Equipment

  • Sheet Pan and Wire cooling rack

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds chicken wings halved at joints, wingtips discarded
  • 2 Tablespoons baking powder aluminum free
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Homemade BBQ Sauce

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

Instructions

Let’s prepare the wings:

  • Start by cutting them into drumettes and wingettes. Use a sharp knife to cut them at the joint and remove the tips. If you prefer, you can buy pre-cut “party wings” at the store to save time and effort. When planning for this meal, my recommendation is to prepare approximately one pound of bone-in wings per person.
  • Next, pat the wings dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  • Add the wings to a large bowl or a Ziploc bag and sprinkle the baking powder all over the wings. Make sure you get aluminum-free baking powder. Set the wings on a metal rack and let them air-dry for a couple of minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Then, place the wings back in a large bowl and add spices. Toss them to coat them evenly.
  • Place the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet with a wire rack. I recommended lining the sheet with either aluminum or parchment paper for easy clean-up.
  • Bake the chicken wings until browned, about 45 minutes. While the wings are baking, let’s move on to the sauce!

Homemade BBQ Sauce

  • In a small saucepan, combine ketchup and honey, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, or Sriracha hot sauce (optional), and stir to combine. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring often, until slightly thickened, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove the wings from the oven, and pour the hot barbecue sauce over the chicken wings right away while they are hot. Soooo Delicious, Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 3009kcal | Carbohydrates: 226g | Protein: 184g | Fat: 157g | Saturated Fat: 44g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 34g | Monounsaturated Fat: 62g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 754mg | Sodium: 5475mg | Potassium: 5023mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 193g | Vitamin A: 3779IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 1244mg | Iron: 15mg