Crispy Chipotle Wings

These crispy chipotle wings are my all-time favorites. A little heat, a little smokiness, and a little sweet. Everything you could want in a wing, and crunchy to boot. Grab some paper towels and scoot up to the table and get busy!

Course Main

Cuisine American

Keyword crispy, spicy, wings

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1 45

Servings

Calories 401kcal

Author Mike

Equipment

Saucepan

Ingredients

For the wings

3-4 pounds chicken wings flats and drumettes separated, tips discarded or saved for making chicken broth
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Your favorite wing seasoning I used our Fire-Eater rub

For the sauce

½ cup chipotles in adobo sauce pureed
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 lime zested
½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

For the wings

Place wings into a large resealable bag.
Add the oil and toss to coat.
Add rub, toss to coat and seal.
Refrigerate for 1-3 hours.
Cook wings as desired. Click here for our guide on cooking wings in a grill, smoker, deep fryer, oven, or a Char-Broil Big Easy.
When done, place wings in a large bowl and add sauce. Toss to coat and serve.

For the sauce

Combine all ingredients except the salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
Season with salt and let simmer slowly until thickened slightly.

Notes

Serve with Ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping, if desired.

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