Chicken Wing Bbq Sauce
Elevate your chicken wing game with this irresistible homemade BBQ sauce that strikes the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors. Made with pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, this sauce gets a bold kick from smoked paprika and a gentle heat option with cayenne pepper. A touch of honey and butter infuses richness and a silky texture, making it the ultimate glaze for grilled or baked wings. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile BBQ sauce can be whipped up for any occasion and stored for later use, ensuring every wing is finger-licking good. Perfect for game days, cookouts, or family dinners, this Chicken Wing BBQ Sauce will quickly become your go-to recipe for smoky, tangy deliciousness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Stir well to combine.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir thoroughly to blend the spices into the mixture.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Once it starts to simmer, lower the heat to medium-low and allow the sauce to cook for 8-10 minutes until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
Add the butter to the sauce and stir until it is fully melted and incorporated. This step adds richness and a smooth texture to the sauce.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool for a few minutes before using it. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
Use the sauce immediately to glaze freshly grilled or baked chicken wings, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
954 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.5 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1585 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.5 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 559 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
