Broiled Chicken Wings with Spicy Apricot Sauce

1. 1

   Preheat broiler.

2. 2

   Line bottom of a broiler pan with foil, then oil rack of pan.

3. 3

   Toss wings with oil, black pepper, and 2 teaspoons salt in a large bowl, then spread in 1 layer on rack of broiler pan.

4. 4

   Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat, turning over once, until barely cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.

5. 5

   While wings are broiling, blend preserves, lime juice, garlic, cumin, cayenne, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor or blender until smooth.

6. 6

   Transfer to a small heavy saucepan and bring to a boil over moderate heat, stirring, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 1 minute.

7. 7

   Brush 1/4 cup sauce on cooked wings and broil 2 to 3 minutes.

8. 8

   Brush wings with 1/4 cup sauce again, then turn wings over and brush with another 1/4 cup sauce.

9. 9

   Broil until more deeply browned, 2 to 3 minutes.

10. 10

    Brush with remaining sauce before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.