Sweet Smokin and Sticky

Get ready to sink your teeth into "Sweet Smokin’ and Sticky" chicken wings—an irresistible combination of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors that are perfect for any occasion! These oven-baked wings are seasoned with a bold spice rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, then tossed in a luscious sticky glaze made with honey, brown sugar, ketchup, and a touch of liquid smoke for that backyard barbecue vibe. The finishing touch? A quick broil for a caramelized, finger-licking sheen. With just 15 minutes of prep time and ingredients you likely already have on hand, these wings are a showstopper for game days, family dinners, or casual gatherings. Serve them hot with your favorite dips and sides for a dish that will leave everyone craving more.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup honey
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 0.5 tsp liquid smoke
• 2 tbsp butter

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large mixing bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Toss the chicken wings in the spice mixture until fully coated, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed.

Step 4

Place the wings on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced out evenly for even cooking. Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.

Step 5

While the wings are baking, create the sweet and sticky glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, liquid smoke, and butter.

Step 6

Stir the glaze constantly until the butter is melted and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly.

Step 7

Remove the baking sheet from the oven after the wings are cooked through and crispy. Transfer the wings to a large clean bowl.

Step 8

Pour the prepared glaze over the wings and toss them gently to coat each wing evenly with the sticky glaze.

Step 9

Optional: For a caramelized finish, return the glazed wings to the oven and broil on high for 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.

Step 10

Serve the Sweet Smokin' and Sticky wings immediately with your favorite sides or dipping sauces. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1218.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3311.2

Total Fat 207.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 51.9g
Cholesterol 1081.8mg	0%
Sodium 7406.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 107.2g
Protein 179.8g	0%

Vitamin D 77.1IU	0%
Calcium 279.9mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 1978.7mg	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: 56.7%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 21.5%