Hot Spicy Pomegranate Chicken Wings

Get ready to elevate your chicken wing game with these Hot Spicy Pomegranate Chicken Wings, a bold and flavorful twist on a crowd-favorite snack. Juicy wings are seasoned with smoked paprika and roasted to perfection before being coated in a luscious homemade pomegranate glaze that balances sweet, spicy, and tangy notes. The sauce, a vibrant blend of pomegranate juice, honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and fresh lime juice, clings beautifully to the wings, creating a stunning caramelized finish. Garnished with jewel-like pomegranate seeds and fresh cilantro, these wings aren't just a treat for the taste buds but a feast for the eyes. Perfect for game day, parties, or an upgraded weeknight dinner, this recipe combines simplicity with gourmet flair, ready in just an hour for undeniable satisfaction.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 cup pomegranate juice
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.

Step 2

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Pour the mixture over the chicken wings and toss until they are evenly coated.

Step 4

Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 5

While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the pomegranate juice, honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

After 20 minutes, remove the wings from the oven and brush them generously with the prepared pomegranate sauce. Flip the wings over, brush the other side with sauce, and return them to the oven.

Step 8

Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, turning and basting with more sauce halfway through, until the wings are golden brown and caramelized.

Step 9

Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Transfer them to a serving platter.

Step 10

Garnish the wings with pomegranate seeds and fresh cilantro (if using). Serve immediately, and enjoy your flavorful Hot Spicy Pomegranate Chicken Wings!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1490.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3339.3

Total Fat 212.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 53.9g
Cholesterol 1016.0mg	0%
Sodium 8537.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 94.5g
Protein 183.9g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 275.5mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 2432.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.8%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 20.0%