Balsamic Braised Chicken Wings
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5
2 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
24 wings
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Calories
137 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Balsamic Braised Chicken Wings
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Sticky, sweet, and fall of the bone tender, these delicious Balsamic Braised Chicken Wings are as easy to make as they are to eat!
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Ingredients
For the frying stage
- 2 1/2 pounds (1.2kg) chicken wings about 24-28 wings, party size
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt divided, Diamond Crystal brand
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- neutral oil for frying
For the braising liquid
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 8 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup (60g) tomato paste
- 1/2 cup (120ml) balsamic vinegar
- 3/4 cup (180ml) white wine dry
- 1 1/4 cups (300ml) chicken stock low-sodium
- 2 tablespoons rosemary chopped leaves
- 2 tablespoons (42g) honey
- 3 tablespoons Italian flat-leaf parsley for garnish, minced
Instructions
For the frying stage
- Coat the bottom of a large frying pan with neutral oil and heat to it's almost smoking.
- Dry the wings off very well with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season the wings with 1 1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt, granulated garlic, and black pepper.
- Add the wings to the pan in one even layer, working in batches if needed, to not overcrowd the pan. Fry the wings for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden on both sides.
- When the wings finish place them onto a paper towel lined plate and sprinkle with the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt on both sides.
For the braising stage
- Wipe down the oil in the pan used for the wings and add the olive oil and garlic. Turn the heat to medium and cook until the garlic is fragrant and golden.
- Add the tomato paste along with a splash of water (about 2 ounces) and fry the paste for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the wine, balsamic vinegar, chicken stock, honey, and rosemary and bring to a boil. Reduce the liquid by half (about 3-5 minutes).
- Once the liquid has reduced, add the wings to the pot and turn the heat down to low and cover the pan. Cook for 25 minutes then uncover and cook for another 5-10 minutes or until the liquid has reduced and the wings are sticky.
- If the sauce isn't thick enough, remove the wings to a platter and turn up the heat to reduce until sticky. Once the sauce has adequately reduced, turn off the heat and add the wings back to the pan and mix in the parsley.
- Taste test and season with salt and pepper if required. Serve the wings with crusty bread to mop up the sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- Removing the wings and thickening the sauce at the end of cooking isn't required unless you want the sauce to be very thick and sticky. Alternatively, a cornstarch slurry can be added instead of reducing the sauce.
- Salting the wings before and after they come out of the partial frying process is important. Chicken needs plenty of salt!
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and should be reheated in the oven.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
137kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
2.5g
(1%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
9.5g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2.4g
(12%)
Cholesterol
35mg
(12%)
Sodium
205mg
(9%)
Potassium
34mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Calcium
10mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24wings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 137 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 137kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 2.5g | 1% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 9.5g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 205mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 34mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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2 reviews
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