BBQ Chicken Wings

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

They deliver all the finger‑licking satisfaction of barbecue wings with a sweet-and-smoky flavor and minimal cleanup.

ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Chicken wings or drumettes
• Oil
• BBQ sauce
• Salt and pepper
• Optional: smoked paprika or garlic powder

directions

1. Preheat oven to 200 °C (400 °F).
2. Toss wings in oil, salt, pepper, and optional seasonings.
3. Arrange on lined baking sheet and bake 35–40 minutes, turning halfway.
4. Brush with BBQ sauce, bake another 5–10 minutes until glaze sets.

Servings and timing

Serves 4. Prep time: 10 minutes; cook time: 45 minutes; total time: 55 minutes.

Variations

• Use buffalo or honey‑garlic sauce in place of BBQ.
• Grill wings for charred flavor.
• Marinate wings overnight for deeper taste.

storage/reheating

Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 175 °C for 10–15 minutes, adding fresh sauce if needed.

FAQs

Can I grill them?

Yes—cook over medium heat for 20–25 minutes, turning, and sauce in last 5 minutes.

How do I get crispy skin?

Pat wings dry and bake on a rack so air circulates.

Can I air‑fry wings?

Yes—Air fry at 200 °C for 20 minutes, toss in sauce, air fry another 5.

Is BBQ sauce sticky?

Yes, but it forms a nice glaze when baked.

Can I use drumsticks?

Yes—adjust cooking time to about 45–50 minutes.

Can I prepare ahead?

Season ahead and bake just before serving.

What dips pair well?

Ranch, blue cheese, or garlic aioli.

Are these kid‑friendly?

Yes—use mild sauce and omit spices.

Can I make them spicy?

Use hot BBQ sauce or add cayenne powder.

What sides go best?

Cornbread, coleslaw, baked beans, or veggie sticks complement nicely.

Conclusion

BBQ chicken wings are a flavorful and satisfying main or appetizer—simple to prepare yet packed with smoky, saucy goodness that delights everyone.

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