Kicked Up Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dipping Sa

Name: Kicked Up Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds chicken wings, tips removed and cut in half at joint, rinsed and wiped dry; 1/2 cup red hot pepper sauce; 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 6 cups vegetable oil, for frying; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon Essence, recipe follows; Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce, recipe follows; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 8 ounces blue cheese; 1 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

2 1/2 pounds chicken wings, tips removed and cut in half at joint, rinsed and wiped dry
1/2 cup red hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 cups vegetable oil, for frying
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon Essence, recipe follows
Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup heavy cream
8 ounces blue cheese
1 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire
1/2 teaspoon salt

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["In a large shallow, non-reactive bowl combine the chicken, hot sauce, pepper, and salt, and toss well to combine.", "Cover the chicken with plastic wrap, refrigerate, and let marinate, for at least 1 hour, and up to 3 hours.", "In a heavy pot, heat the oil to 360 degrees F.", "In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and 2 tablespoons Essence.", "Remove the chicken from the marinade and add to the flour 1 at a time, tossing to coat evenly.", "Add the chicken in 2 batches to the hot oil and cook, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides and cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes.", "Remove the chicken wings from the fryer with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.", "Sprinkle with the remaining Essence and serve immediately with Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"

4217

kcal

Calories

403

Fat

Carbs

111

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 pounds chicken wings, tips removed and cut in half at joint, rinsed and wiped dry, 1/2 cup red hot pepper sauce, 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Kicked Up Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce 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.

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Kicked Up Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce

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