Description
These Cowboy Butter Chicken Wings are the ultimate game day snack, featuring a rich and flavorful buttery marinade that takes this classic dish to a whole new level.
Ingredients
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Chicken Wings:
- 2 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
Marinade:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust based on spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Optional:
- Hot sauce for serving
Instructions
- Prep the Wings: Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry. Place in a large bowl.
- Make the Marinade: Combine melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate: Pour the marinade over the wings, ensuring they are coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a Baking Sheet: Cover with foil, place a wire rack on top.
- Arrange the Wings: Place wings on the rack in a single layer.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Baste for Extra Flavor: Optionally baste with remaining marinade during last minutes of baking.
- Broil for Crispness: Broil for 3-5 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Garnish: Rest wings, then garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to control spice level.
- For a spicier version, add hot sauce to the marinade.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0.4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.7g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Wings, Chicken Wings Recipe, Game Day Snacks
