Smoky Maple Bourbon BBQ Chicken Wings

Allergens

Contains soy and wheat (from ketchup)

Ingredients

• 12 pieces chicken wings, drumettes and flats separated
• 1/4 cup smoky maple bourbon BBQ sauce (recipe follows)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Vegetable oil, for grilling Smoky Maple Bourbon BBQ Sauce:
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Smoky Maple Bourbon BBQ Sauce by whisking together all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Set aside.
2. Season chicken wings with salt and pepper on both sides. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat and brush with vegetable oil. Grill chicken wings for 8 10 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
3. Brush cooked chicken wings generously with the Smoky Maple Bourbon BBQ Sauce, allowing sauce to caramelize on the wings. Grill for an additional 2 3 minutes to let the sauce set.
4. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy the sizzling, smoky, and unforgettable flavors of our Smoky Maple Bourbon BBQ Chicken Wings!

Chef’s Insight

Use a chimney starter or charcoal briquettes for an authentic smoky flavor when grilling on a charcoal grill.

Notes

This recipe is inspired by the famous Buffalo Wing origin story at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, NY, with our own creative twist of smoky maple bourbon sauce.