Sweet and Spicy Baked BBQ Wings Recipe

Name: Sweet and Spicy Baked BBQ Wings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken wings; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cooking spray; 1 cup ketchup; ½ cup Coca-Cola; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (Or to taste); 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon garlic salt; ¼ cup brown sugar

Servings: persons

2 lbs chicken wings
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cooking spray
1 cup ketchup
½ cup Coca-Cola
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (Or to taste)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic salt
¼ cup brown sugar

1
Crispy Baked Wings:.
2
Adjust your oven racks to the lower middle section and the upper middle section.
3
Preheat the oven to 250.
4
With a paper towel, pat the chicken wings dry.
5
Line a large baking sheet with foil and coat with non stick cooking spray.
6
Place the chicken wings, baking powder and salt in a large ziplock bag, shaking to coat evenly.
7
Be sure that they are coated evenly as you don't want clumps of baking powder on just a few of the wings otherwise they will not crisp up.
8
Place the chicken wings on the prepared baking sheet, fat side up.
9
Place the baking sheet on the lower middle rack and bake for 30-35 minutes.
10
Meanwhile prepare sweet and spicy bbq sauce (recipe below).
11
Increase the heat to 425 and move the wings to the upper middle rack, baking for an additional 45-50 minutes.
12
Brush the wings with the sweet and spicy bbq sauce and return to the oven for 5 minutes.
13
Serve immediately with extra bbq sauce if desired.
14
Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce:.
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Combine all the above ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a slow boil over medium heat.
16
Reduce to a simmer and allow the sauce to cook for 5-7 minutes.
17
Allow the sauce to cool and then transfer to a clean jar and refrigerate.

509

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Fat

Carbs

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs chicken wings, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Spicy Baked BBQ Wings 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!

Sweet and Spicy Baked BBQ Wings

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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