As some of you may know, our family has a small tradition of Finger Food Friday, a day where we get to indulge in what I would normally feel guilty of feeding our family. Last week, I decided to make some chicken wings as I had bought a rather large pack at Costco on a previous trip. I was waiting for a "special occasion" but I just couldn't wait any longer. So here is my slow cooker recipe for these barbecue wings that do have a bit of a kick. Although I love buffalo wings, my significant other does not. He does really enjoy these though and I think that they make a nice alternative if you are hosting game night or if you just want to stuff yourself silly and not want to die of heartburn.
The Recipe
About 5 pounds of chicken wings
2 1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 hot sauce (I use Frank's Red Hot, feel free to use your favourite and add some more if you want it spicier)
2/3 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup plus 2 tbs honey
1/2 cup molasses
1 tsp salt
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp chili powder
1. Remove the tips of the wings and discard. Grease two large baking pans and place chicken. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes, then turn them and bake for an additional 20 -25 minutes. the juices should run clear.
2. In the second half of baking time, prepare your barbecue sauce. Mix all remaining ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil . Reduce heat and let simmer, uncovered, for 25 minutes.
3. Drain your wings and add a third of them to a 6 qt slow cooker (optional size IMO). Cover with one cup of the sauce. Repeat this two times. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours. Stir and serve.
The Verdict
The idea of giving my own a recipe a verdict seems a bit off, so maybe this is just a little heads up. If you like your wings very crunchy, you might be disappointed as they have just cooked in a lot of sauce for a couple of hours. You could place them on a baking sheet and put them in the oven just so that they become crispier. I personally love that they are dripping with sauce, just make sure to have napkins on the table ;)
About Me
- Cecilia Bee
- I am a food enthousiast. I collect cookbooks and treasure "hand-me-down" recipes. While being concerned with a food budget and my family's health, I have decided to try and add recipes to our meal calendar. This blog is a journal of my great findings, my culinary treasures and the complete kitchen failures that have to happen from time to time.
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