Spicy Peanut Chicken Wings Recipe 🍗
Description: These spicy Chinese-inspired wings, originating from the cookbook “Blue Corn and Chocolate,” deliver a flavorful punch best enjoyed when slightly warm or at room temperature. The versatile peanut sauce also pairs beautifully with chicken breasts, offering a tantalizing main dish option.
Chef’s Note: Consider lining your pan with parchment paper for effortless cleanup; it’s a game-changer for oven-baked delights like fries and, of course, chicken wings!
Recipe Information:
- Category: Chicken
- Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Asian, High Protein, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 692.2
- Fat: 49.7g
- Saturated Fat: 12.3g
- Cholesterol: 174.8mg
- Sodium: 859.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 12.9g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 8.2g
- Protein: 49.1g
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions:
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Prepare Chicken Wings:
- Begin by chopping off the tips of the chicken wings and discarding them.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking pan with foil for easy cleanup later.
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Bake Wings:
- Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared baking tray, lightly seasoning them with salt and pepper.
- Bake the wings for approximately 30 minutes, or until they start to brown and become crisp.
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Prepare Peanut Sauce:
- While the wings are baking, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring continuously until it becomes well blended and spreadable.
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Coat Wings with Sauce:
- Once the wings are partially cooked, spoon or brush the prepared peanut sauce generously over them.
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Finish Baking:
- Return the wings to the oven and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce sets. Be careful not to let it burn.
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Garnish and Serve:
- As soon as the wings are done, remove them from the oven and sprinkle immediately with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.
- Allow the wings to cool slightly before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Enjoy these Spicy Peanut Chicken Wings as a delightful appetizer or main course, perfect for any occasion! 🌶️🥜
