Spicy Maple Chicken Wings
Get ready to elevate game day or your next gathering with these irresistible Spicy Maple Chicken Wings! Juicy, oven-baked wings are coated in a bold seasoning blend of paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper, then tossed in a sticky-sweet glaze made with rich maple syrup, tangy apple cider vinegar, and fiery hot sauce. These wings achieve the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory with every bite, all without the mess of frying. For an extra touch of caramelized goodness, you can pop them back in the oven after glazing. Garnished with fresh green onions, these wings are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or finger-licking snack that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect for parties, game days, or any time you're craving bold flavors, this recipe is sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 3 tbsp hot sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place an oven-safe wire rack on top of it.
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl. Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Toss the wings until they are evenly coated with the seasonings.
Drizzle vegetable oil over the wings and toss again to ensure even coating.
Arrange the wings on the wire rack in a single layer. Bake for 20 minutes, then flip each wing and bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
While the wings are baking, prepare the spicy maple glaze. In a small saucepan, combine maple syrup, hot sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, unsalted butter, and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a simmer and thickens slightly (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the spicy maple glaze over the wings and toss them until they are fully coated.
Optional: For extra caramelization, return the glazed wings to the wire rack and bake at 425°F (220°C) for an additional 5-7 minutes.
Transfer the wings to a serving platter and garnish with chopped green onions, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
642 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 1233 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 42.4 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 512 mg | 11% | |
*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.
