BBQ Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Butter Recipe

Name: BBQ Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature; 6 ounces Roquefort or other blue cheese, crumbled, room temperature; 1/2 cup your favorite BBQ sauce; 1/2 cup canned piquillo peppers in brine, drained well; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 cup all-purpose flour; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 1/2 pounds chicken wings, separated at the joint, tips reserved for another use; Canola oil, for frying

Servings: persons

1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the butter and 4 ounces of the blue cheese until very smooth.
2
Transfer to a serving bowl and set aside at room temperature.
3
In a blender, puree the BBQ sauce, peppers, 1 teaspoon of the cumin and 1 teaspoon of the paprika until smooth.
4
Pour into a large mixing bowl large enough to hold all of the wings.
5
In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, remaining cumin and paprika, and season it with salt and pepper.
6
Sprinkle the wings with salt and pepper.
7
Fill a deep, heavy pot with 6 inches of oil and heat to 365 degrees F, or preheat a deep fryer.
8
Toss the chicken wings in the seasoned flour until well coated, shaking off the excess flour.
9
Fry in batches until golden brown, crisp and cooked through, about 13 minutes.
10
Drain briefly on paper towels before adding them to the sauce and tossing them to coat while they are still hot.
11
Transfer the wings to a serving platter.
12
Dollop a little of the blue cheese butter on top of the wings to melt; serve the rest on the side for dipping.
13
Sprinkle the remaining blue cheese over the top and serve immediately.

976

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

103

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature, 6 ounces Roquefort or other blue cheese, crumbled, room temperature, 1/2 cup your favorite BBQ sauce, 1/2 cup canned piquillo peppers in brine, drained well, and more.

Yes, BBQ Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Butter falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

BBQ Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Butter

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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