Low Sodium Barbecue Chicken Wings

Indulge in the smoky, tangy flavors of these Low Sodium Barbecue Chicken Wings—a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, and baked to golden, crispy perfection, these wings are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. The homemade low sodium barbecue sauce, featuring natural liquid smoke, honey, and tomato paste, adds just the right balance of sweetness and heat without overwhelming saltiness. Ready in under an hour and baked, not fried, these wings are a healthier option that doesn’t skimp on bold barbecue flavor. Serve these succulent wings at game nights, cookouts, or casual dinners for a finger-licking good appetizer or main dish the entire family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken wings
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Tomato paste
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Natural liquid smoke
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

Add the chicken wings to the bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss the wings to ensure they are evenly coated with the spice mixture and oil.

Step 4

Spread the wings out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they aren't touching for even cooking.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until the wings are crispy and golden brown.

Step 6

While the wings are baking, prepare the barbecue sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, natural liquid smoke, and cayenne pepper over medium heat.

Step 7

Stir the sauce mixture regularly until it is well combined and begins to simmer. Reduce heat and let it gently simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

Once the wings are done baking, remove them from the oven. Brush each wing generously with the prepared low sodium barbecue sauce.

Step 9

Return the sauced wings to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly.

Step 10

Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious, low sodium barbecue wings!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1189.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3101.1

Total Fat 198.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 52.5g
Cholesterol 1016.0mg	0%
Sodium 3896.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 69.7g
Protein 183.5g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 298.6mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 3201.9mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 18.1%