Firecracker Wings by Sunny Anderson
Turn up the heat at your next gathering with Sunny Anderson's irresistible Firecracker Wings! These indulgently crispy chicken wings are perfectly seasoned with a smoky-spiced coating and fried to golden perfection. The star of the show is Sunny's bold firecracker sauce—a tantalizing blend of hot sauce, melted butter, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar that strikes the perfect balance between fiery heat and tangy sweetness. Garnished with scallions and sesame seeds for an extra pop of flavor and texture, these wings are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or game-day snack. Ready in just 40 minutes, this simple yet flavorful recipe is your go-to for crave-worthy wings that pack a serious punch! Perfectly suited for wing lovers searching for "spicy chicken wings recipes" or "best game-day snack ideas."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Chopped scallions (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. If not already done, separate the drumettes and flats for easier cooking.
In a large bowl, toss the wings with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cornstarch. Make sure the wings are evenly coated.
In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the proper temperature.
Fry the wings in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 8-10 minutes per batch, turning occasionally until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the wings from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining wings.
While the wings are frying, prepare the firecracker sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then add the hot sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Stir until smooth and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
Once all the wings are fried, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm firecracker sauce over the wings and toss until they are fully coated.
Transfer the wings to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the fiery kick!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.6 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 221 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 2104 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 42.3 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 547 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.
