Description
These bacon-wrapped chicken wings are a flavorful and irresistible appetizer featuring juicy chicken wings seasoned with BBQ spices, wrapped in crispy bacon, baked to perfection, and tossed in a tangy blend of barbecue and hot sauces. Perfect for parties, game days, or a savory snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 4 lb chicken wing drumettes or flats pieces
- 2 Tbsp BBQ seasoning
Bacon Wrapping
- 1 lb bacon (cut in half)
Sauce
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- ½ cup hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425ºF (220ºC). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. This setup allows the wings to cook evenly and the bacon fat to drip away for crispiness.
- Season and Wrap Wings: Season the chicken wings evenly with BBQ seasoning. Then, take each wing and wrap it tightly with a half slice of bacon. Arrange the bacon-wrapped wings on the prepared wire rack on the baking sheet, spacing them out so they cook evenly.
- Bake the Wings: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Bake until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF (74ºC) and the bacon is crispy. This slower baking ensures thorough cooking and crispy bacon.
- Prepare and Toss with Sauce: While the wings bake, whisk together the barbecue sauce and hot sauce in a large bowl to make a tangy, spicy glaze. When the wings are done, transfer them to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each wing with the flavorful sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the wings for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking but watch closely to avoid burning.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the heat level according to your preference.
- If bacon slices are very thick, consider partially cooking them before wrapping to ensure thorough cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the wings reach a safe internal temperature of 165ºF.
