True Wings

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Since I started making these true wings in the 90s, I've called them my world-famous wings. I wanted to make wings for the big game and wanted them to be something better than just fried wings. Serve them with blue cheese or ranch dressing.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 45 mins
Servings:
10
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Ingredients

  • 4 pounds chicken wings

Rub:

  • 1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder

  • 1 tablespoon onion powder

  • 1 tablespoon paprika

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder

  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin

  • 1 (1.41 ounce) package Sazón seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 4 cups oil for frying

  • cooking spray

Sauce:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter

  • 1 ½ cups hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)

  • 1 ½ cups maple-flavored syrup

  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder

  • 1 tablespoon onion powder

  • 1 tablespoon paprika

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder

  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin

  • ¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Directions

  1. Place wings in a large glass bowl. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, Sazón seasoning, and 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; rub into wings until completely coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 hour to overnight.

  2. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with cooking spray.

  3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; whisk in hot sauce and syrup. Whisk in brown sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, and 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper until well combined and sauce is hot, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat.

  4. Pour flour into a shallow bowl. Gently press wings into flour to coat; shake off any excess.

  5. Lower wings carefully into the hot oil in batches. Fry until skin is golden and crispy, meat is no longer pink at the bone, and the juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer wings to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with remaining wings.

  6. Dip each wing in hot sauce mixture; place on the prepared baking sheet.

  7. Bake in the preheated oven until sauce starts to caramelize, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of flour. The actual amount of flour consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

554 Calories
28g Fat
62g Carbs
16g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 554
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 36%
Saturated Fat 10g 48%
Cholesterol 63mg 21%
Sodium 1640mg 71%
Total Carbohydrate 62g 22%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Total Sugars 26g
Protein 16g 32%
Vitamin C 28mg 31%
Calcium 47mg 4%
Iron 3mg 19%
Potassium 300mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.