BBQ CHICKEN WINGS
BBQ Chicken Wings are tender, juicy, and coated in a smoky barbecue sauce. Perfect for parties, game day, or a simple weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings split into flats and drumettes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the BBQ Sauce Mixture:
- ½ cup bbq sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional for smoky flavor
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Prepare Oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease.
Season Wings:
- Toss chicken wings with salt, pepper, and vegetable oil. Arrange wings on the baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake Wings:
- Bake wings for 20 minutes, flip, then brush with BBQ sauce mixture and bake another 10 minutes until cooked through.
Prepare Sauce:
- While wings bake, mix BBQ sauce, honey, smoked paprika, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
Coat and Serve:
- Once wings are done, toss them in any remaining sauce. Serve immediately with extra sauce if desired.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Wings can be prepped a few hours before baking.
- Variations: Add chili powder for spicier wings or use a smoky BBQ sauce.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Allergy-Friendly: Use gluten-free BBQ sauce if needed.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat before serving.