Blazing Honey Firecracker Wings

 

Ingredients:

For the Wings:

• 2 pounds chicken wings, split at joints, tips removed
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Cooking oil spray

For the SweetHeat BBQ Sauce:

• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• ¼ cup honey
• 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (adjust for desired spiciness)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Wings:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Season them with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.

2. Bake the Wings:

• Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and lightly coat it with cooking oil spray.
• Arrange the seasoned chicken wings on the rack in a single layer.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the wings are golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through cooking.

3. Make the SweetHeat BBQ Sauce:

• In a saucepan over medium heat, combine barbecue sauce, honey, Sriracha sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and ground ginger.
• Stir well and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens. Remove from heat.

4. Glaze the Wings:

• Once the wings are cooked and crispy, remove them from the oven.
• Place the wings in a large mixing bowl and pour the SweetHeat BBQ Sauce over them.
• Toss the wings gently until they are evenly coated with the sauce.

5. Broil for a Final Glaze:

• Preheat the broiler in your oven.
• Place the sauced wings back on the baking sheet with the wire rack.
• Broil for 2-3 minutes until the sauce caramelizes and the wings get an extra crispiness. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

• Garnish the Blazing Honey Firecracker Wings with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired. Serve these SweetHeat BBQ Wings hot and watch as they bring a flavorful explosion to your taste buds, combining the perfect balance of sweet and spicy!