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Brown Sugar Cajun Wings

Sweet & Spicy Brown Sugar Cajun Wings You'll Crave!

These Brown Sugar Cajun Wings are a perfect blend of sweet and spicy, ideal for game day or any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings fresh or thawed frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or minced onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Thyme or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter or vegan butter
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce optional for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Hot Sauce optional
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley or cilantro

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Wire Rack
  • Saucepan
  • whisk
  • paper towels

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Drizzle olive oil over your wings and toss them gently to ensure they are well-coated. Allow the wings to rest for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Sprinkle the dry rub mixture generously over the wings and massage into the wings.
  5. If possible, cover and refrigerate the wings for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top.
  8. Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer on the wire rack.
  9. Bake the wings for about 30 minutes, flip them, and then bake for another 20-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  10. While the wings are baking, melt unsalted butter in a saucepan. Stir in apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, and hot sauce. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  11. Remove wings from the oven and toss them with the warm sauce in a large mixing bowl.
  12. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pat dry the wings thoroughly for crispiness and customize the spice levels to your taste. Make sure to preheat your oven for an even bake.

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