Spicy Sweet Crispy Wings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Sauce Ingredients
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¼ cup of ketchup
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1 tablespoon of molasses (unsulfured)
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3 tablespoons of real maple syrup
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2 teaspoons of chipotle chilies, minced, from a can of adobo chipotles
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½ teaspoon mustard powder
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2 teaspoons of cider vinegar
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2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
→ Dry Spice Mix
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1 ½ teaspoons packed dark brown sugar
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⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika
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⅛ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
→ The Wings
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2 teaspoons of olive oil
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1 pound of chicken wings (about 10 mixed drumettes and flats)
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F once you've placed a roasting pan with a wire rack inside on the middle rack. Let everything heat together.
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Grab a small bowl and mix up all the dry ingredients for the spice rub. Set aside so it's ready for later.
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Use a paper towel to dry off the wings after rinsing them. Toss them into a medium-sized bowl, drizzle with the olive oil, and coat evenly. Sprinkle about a tablespoon (or more if you like) of the spice rub and toss again until well-coated. Let them sit for around 15 minutes so the flavors can hang out.
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Put the wings, skin side up, on the rack or pan. Bake them for 20 minutes, flip them over, and bake again for another 20 minutes.
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While the wings are cooking, whisk together all the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring it up to a boil over medium, then turn it down to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes so the flavors can come together. Put it off to the side when done.
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Flip the wings one last time and broil them for around 3 to 5 minutes, just until the edges get nice and browned (but not burnt). Toss them with a few spoonfuls of sauce so they're evenly coated.
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Leave the wings alone for a couple of minutes so they're not piping hot. Serve with the extra sauce in a dish for dipping.
# Notes:
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Swap in smoked paprika if you want a more smoky vibe.
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Keep leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.