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Cowboy Butter Chicken Wings

Crispy Cowboy Butter Chicken Wings That Wow Every Time

These Cowboy Butter Chicken Wings combine rich butter and smoky spices for a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings Fresh or thawed frozen wings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea or kosher salt works great as alternatives
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or fresh garlic for deeper flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Or fresh onion, be aware of added moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for less smokiness
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce is a great substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste, mild chili powder works as a substitute
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, can be substituted with another herb
  • Hot Sauce Optional for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • wire rack
  • Whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken wings, ensuring each wing is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Prepare a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
  6. Arrange the marinated wings in a single layer on the wire rack.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Optionally, baste the wings with remaining marinade during the last 5 to 10 minutes.
  9. Optionally, broil for the last 3 to 5 minutes for extra crispiness.
  10. Remove from oven, let rest for a few minutes, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure wings are thoroughly dried before marinating for maximum crispiness. Adjust spice levels to your preference.

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