BEST EVER FRIED CHICKEN WINGS

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For game days, I shake up these saucy wings. When I run out, friends hover by the snack table until I bring out more. When they ask me how to fry chicken wings, they never believe it's so easy! -Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 23

4 pounds chicken wings
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Oil for deep-fat frying
BUFFALO WING SAUCE:
3/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
2 tablespoons molasses
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
SPICY THAI SAUCE:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced
1 minced Thai chile pepper or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fish sauce
SPICY BARBECUE SAUCE:
3/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife, cut through the 2 wing joints; discard wing tips. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Toss wings with kosher salt. Place on a wire rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry wings in batches until skin is crisp and meat is tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels., For Buffalo wing sauce, bring hot sauce just to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat; whisk in butter 1 piece at a time. Stir in molasses and cayenne pepper., For Thai sauce, heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add ginger, garlic and chile pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in brown sugar and lime juice. Bring to a boil; cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in cilantro and fish sauce., For barbecue sauce, heat prepared barbecue sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in chipotle peppers, honey and vinegar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. , Toss wings with 1 of the sauces. If desired, sprinkle with green onion slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Moo Man
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These wings are amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly crispy and juicy. I will definitely be making these again.


Max Wayz
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These wings are the best I've ever had. They're crispy, juicy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Janzeb Akbar
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These wings are the best! I've tried many different recipes, but this one is always my favorite. The wings are always crispy and juicy, and the flavor is amazing.


bruno washira
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I love these wings! They're the perfect appetizer or main course for any occasion. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself. They're always a crowd-pleaser.


Mensah George
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These wings are so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself. They're always a hit.


Gordon Phillips
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I was so impressed with this recipe. The wings were cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making these again.


tala bonga
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These wings are the perfect party food! They're easy to make and they're always a hit. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself. They're always a crowd-pleaser.


Caesar Boone
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I'm not a big fan of fried chicken, but these wings are an exception. They're so good that I can't stop eating them. The breading is crispy and flavorful, and the meat is juicy and tender.


Abed Shetunyenga
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These wings are a game-changer! I've tried so many different recipes, but this one is by far the best. The wings are always cooked to perfection and the flavor is incredible.


Nakul Chaulagain
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These wings are the best I've ever had. They're crispy, juicy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


JH
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These wings are amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly crispy and juicy. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Musabbir Turjo
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I love these wings! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself. They're always a hit.


Alishan technicalservice
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These wings are the best! I've tried many different recipes, but this one is always my favorite. The wings are always crispy and juicy, and the flavor is amazing.


Havea Halai
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I've made these wings several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect appetizer or main course for any occasion.


YouTube Sisters
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The wings were absolutely delicious and they were so easy to make.


Jasam khan 4U Gaming
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These wings were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them and they were gone in no time. I will definitely be making these again for my next party.


It'z Xtha
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I'm not a big fan of fried chicken, but these wings were so good that I couldn't stop eating them. The breading was crispy and flavorful, and the meat was juicy and tender.


DAUDA HASSANA
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I've tried many fried chicken wing recipes, but this one is by far the best. The wings were cooked to perfection and the flavor was incredible.


DRK GAMING
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These wings were amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly crispy and juicy. I will definitely be making these again.