Description
Spicy chicken wings are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, delivering a perfect balance of heat and flavor in every bite. Picture perfectly crispy wings tossed in a bold sauce made from your favorite hot sauce and butter, enhanced with garlic and paprika for that extra kick. These wings are not just a dish; they are an experience, perfect for game days, parties, or cozy nights in. With their customizable spice levels, even those who prefer milder flavors can enjoy them. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, these spicy chicken wings will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
- Chicken Wings
- Hot Sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
- Unsalted Butter
- Garlic Powder
- Paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Rinse chicken wings under cold water and pat dry.
- Toss wings with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter and mix with hot sauce.
- Arrange seasoned wings on a wire rack over the baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Toss baked wings in the prepared sauce until fully coated and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wings (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added spice, consider using cayenne pepper or an extra-spicy hot sauce. Allow wings to rest for five minutes after baking for juiciness. Pair with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing for the classic wing experience.