Cowboy Butter Chicken Wings for Epic Flavor Lovers

Cowboy Butter Chicken Wings are a sweet and spicy twist on classic wings, perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 wings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Wings

2 pounds chicken wings
1 teaspoon kosher salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon onion powder
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper

For the Cowboy Butter Sauce

0.5 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons hot sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

For Garnish

1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
wire rack
Mixing Bowl
Saucepan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Pat the chicken wings dry, then season them with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan and whisk in Worcestershire sauce, honey, hot sauce, and fresh lemon juice.
Transfer the baked wings to a mixing bowl, pour the cowboy butter sauce over them, and toss gently to coat.
Garnish with chopped fresh chives and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best result, serve the wings immediately after coating in the sauce to maintain their crispiness.

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