Baked, not fried, these wings have the perfect crispy texture thanks to a clever flour coating. They're brushed with a delicious sauce made from just a few simple ingredients.
Cherry preserves and habanero chile create a perfectly sweet and spicy glaze for these chicken wings. The recipe can be prepared up to three hours ahead of time, making it a great go-to for parties.
1. Chilli and Date Caramel Wings
A little zing in your chicken wings is always welcome, and these ones take it to the next level. Sweet and spicy chile sauce is mixed with garlic, ginger and thyme to create these oven baked wings.
To make them even better, add a few tablespoons of toasted coconut to the mix, and scatter with sesame seeds before serving. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover caramel, too.
These finger-lickin’, skin-pickin’ crispy wings are a breeze to make. Simply mix salt, pepper, paprika and baking powder together and coat the wings in the mixture. You’ll have to dry the wings well before doing this, using paper towels, to blot away any moisture and ensure they bake up nice and crispy.
You can reheat the chilli and date caramel sauce once the wings are cooked, but it’s best to serve them immediately after cooking so they stay nice and hot! They pair perfectly with a scrumptious slaw of shaved carrot and celery, dressed in vinegar, oil, sugar and spices.
2. Maple Spiced Chicken Wings
These easy baked wings are glazed with a maple sauce for a sweet and spicy snack everyone will love. They're perfect for game day or served as a party appetizer with a cold beer.
These fried chicken wings are tossed in a tangy tomato sauce made with butter, honey, and mustard. You can even opt to add some hot sauce for a little extra kick.
This recipe uses a double frying technique to produce wings that are crispy and juicy on the inside with crisp, flaky skin on the outside. It also calls for a bit of brining to help tenderize the meat.
For an easy and delicious Italian-inspired dish, try these oven-baked wings smothered in a homemade marinara sauce. They're full of easy-to-find Italian spices and pair perfectly with a rich, dark lager.
3. Honey Mustard Wings
Baked rather than fried, these wings are still crispy and incredibly delicious. Tossed in a honey mustard sauce, they're the perfect snack for game day and can be made in less than an hour.
For best results, pat the wings dry with paper towels to help them crisp up and add a great texture. Using a baking tray to cook the wings helps them to become more crispy and also allows the excess fat and juices to drip down into the tray which can be used to make an excellent chicken dipping sauce!
To prepare the sauce, whisk together Dijon, yellow mustard, honey, cider vinegar, garlic powder and cayenne pepper until smooth and drizzling consistency. Remove the baked wings from the oven and toss with half of the prepared sauce. Return to the oven for a few minutes and then serve. This recipe works well with both mild and hot sauces, so pick your favourite! For more details please visit The best chicken wings recipes
4. Buffalo Wings
There's no arguing that Buffalo wings are one of the most popular snacks in America. There are a few different stories about their origin, but most involve the Bellissimo family and a restaurant called Anchor Bar in Buffalo, NY. The legend goes that Teressa Bellissimo had nothing to cook for her son's college friends on a Friday night in 1964 and decided to deep-fry some chicken wings, then toss them in cayenne pepper sauce and melted butter. And the rest is history.
These wings are a simple recipe for anyone who wants to enjoy them at home or with a pitcher of beer while watching the game. You'll want to fry them for an extra minute or two to get those crackly skins and a nice crisp.
If you're a fan of the classic combination of Buffalo sauce and blue cheese, these are the wings for you. The secret ingredient is baking powder, which helps the skins to crisp up in the oven and also absorbs the sauce well.