Some Like It Hot Wings
Turn up the heat with "Some Like It Hot Wings," a bold and flavorful recipe perfect for spice lovers and game day enthusiasts! These crispy, golden-brown chicken wings are coated in a tantalizing blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne, then fried to perfection for that irresistible crunch. The pièce de résistance is the homemade sauce, a mouthwatering mix of hot sauce, butter, and honey that strikes the perfect balance of spicy and sweet. Ready in just 40 minutes, these wings are ideal for a crowd and can be garnished with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color. Serve them with creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing to cool down the heat and watch them disappear off the plate! Whether you're cooking for a party or indulging in a fiery snack, "Some Like It Hot Wings" will leave your taste buds craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups neutral cooking oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
- 0.5 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. If the wings are whole, cut them into drumettes and flats, discarding the wing tips or saving them for stock.
In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss the chicken wings in the flour mixture until evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Heat the oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 375°F (190°C). You may need a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature control.
Carefully fry the wings in batches, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Fry for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Transfer the fried wings onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
While the wings are frying, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the hot sauce and honey, mixing well. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Once all the wings are fried and slightly cooled, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot sauce mixture over the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.
Transfer the wings to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.
Enjoy your spicy, flavorful 'Some Like It Hot Wings'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11152 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1178.3 g | 1511% | |
| Saturated Fat | 139.7 g | 698% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 51.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1140 mg | 380% | |
| Sodium | 8313 mg | 361% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 176.8 g | 354% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1665 mg | 35% | |
*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.
