Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Sauce
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¼ cup ketchup
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3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
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1 tablespoon unsulfured molasses
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1 tablespoon cider vinegar
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2 teaspoons minced chipotle chilies from a can of chipotles in adobo
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2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
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½ teaspoon dry mustard
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
→ For the Spice Rub
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1 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
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1 ½ teaspoons packed dark brown sugar
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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⅛ teaspoon chipotle powder
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⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
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⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ For the Wings
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1 lb chicken wings (about 10 mixed pieces)
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2 teaspoons olive oil
# Instructions:
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Place a wire rack inside of a baking sheet or roasting pan and place the pan on the middle rack of your oven. Preheat to 350°F with the pan inside.
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Mix together all dried spices in the spice rub in a small bowl. Set aside.
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Rinse and pat chicken wings dry with a paper towel, and place in a medium bowl. Drizzle chicken with 2 teaspoons olive oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture (or more) to your preferred coating and toss to coat. Let rest for 15 minutes to allow the flavors time to meld.
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Place the chicken wings skin side up on the pan or rack. Bake for 20 minutes. Flip and then bake them for an additional 20 minutes.
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While the chicken is baking, make the sauce. In a small saucepan whisk together all of the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat and then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes to marry the flavors. Set aside.
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Flip one last time and broil for 3 to 5 minutes or until the outside is browned but not burned. Toss in several tablespoons of sauce to taste.
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Let rest a few minutes, if for no other reason than you don't want to burn your mouth. Serve with extra sauce for dipping on the side.
# Notes:
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For a slightly smokier taste, use smoked paprika instead of sweet Hungarian paprika
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Store leftover chicken wings in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days