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Sweet and Tangy Baked Wings

These sweet and tangy baked wings are smothered in a homemade barbecue sauce.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 341 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • FOR THE WINGS:
  • 1 cup Dr Pepper (I prefer regular but Diet will work too)
  • 2 1/2 pounds party style chicken wings (or whole chicken wings that have been halved crosswise)
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup kosher salt
  • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 3 garlic cloves , smashed
  • 3 tablespoons of steak sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of barbecue , poultry or grill seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 8 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • cooking spray
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • cilantro leaves and lemon wedges for garnish (Optional)
  • For the barbecue sauce:

Instructions

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  1. Bring one cup of water to a boil (I use the microwave) and pour the water into a very large bowl. Add the salt and honey to the water and stir until the salt has dissolved.
  2. Add the garlic and seasoning to the bowl. Pour 7 cups of very cold water over everything and stir until combined.
  3. Place the chicken wings in the brine, cover the bowl and put it into the refrigerator. Chill for at least 2 hours but no more than 8 hours.
  4. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Remove the chicken wings from the brine and pat dry with a paper towel. Place the wings in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until wings are a deep golden brown.
  5. While the wings are in the oven, make the sauce. Combine all the ingredients in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  6. Pour the sauce over the wings and toss to coat.
  7. Serve the wings immediately with cilantro leaves and lemon wedges to garnish if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 341kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 28g (9%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 78mg (26%) Potassium 400mg (11%) Sugar 23g (46%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 341

% Daily Value*

Calories 341kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 28g 9%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 78mg 26%
Potassium 400mg 9%
Sugar 23g 46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.