Copycat Kfc Honey Bbq Wings by Todd Wilbur
Recreate the irresistible flavor of KFC at home with Todd Wilbur's Copycat KFC Honey BBQ Wings recipe! These crispy, golden chicken wings are coated in a perfectly seasoned flour batter, then fried to perfection for a crunchy exterior and juicy bite. The wings are tossed in a luscious, homemade honey BBQ sauce, blending the smoky richness of barbecue with a subtle hint of sweetness. With simple ingredients like flour, paprika, and garlic powder for the batter, and honey and barbecue sauce for the glaze, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results right in your kitchen. Whether you're hosting game day or craving a classic comfort food appetizer, these finger-licking wings are a crowd-pleaser. Ready in under an hour, this dish is perfect for satisfying your fried chicken cravings without leaving home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 6 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce
- 0.5 cup Honey
Instructions
Cut the chicken wings into drumettes and wingettes, discarding the wing tips if desired.
In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to create a seasoned flour mixture.
In another bowl, whisk together milk and the egg to create a wet dredge.
Dip each chicken wing into the wet dredge, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then coat it thoroughly in the seasoned flour. Repeat for all wings.
Place the coated wings on a wire rack and let them rest for 10 minutes to allow the coating to adhere.
In a large deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
Fry the wings in batches for about 8-12 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked, with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove and drain on paper towels.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the barbecue sauce and honey. Stir and heat until the sauce is warm and smooth.
Toss the cooked chicken wings in the warm honey BBQ sauce until thoroughly coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with your choice of parsley or alongside dipping sauces if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3553 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 347.8 g | 446% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.0 g | 275% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 201.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 243 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 1418 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.8 g | ||
| Protein | 48.8 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 744 mg | 16% | |
*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.
