Firecracker Chicken Wings: A Tailgate Game Day Dinner
Find a delicious and easy-to-make Tailgate Game Day Dinner recipe inspired by a famous street-food classic with a sizzling twist - Firecracker Chicken Wings. Bring the tailgating party home with this copycat favorite that ignites your senses and transports you to a bustling stadium or lively food truck stop.
Allergens
Contains gluten, dairy, and soy.
Ingredients
- 1. 24 chicken wings, tips removed 2. 1/2 cup all
- purpose flour 3. 1/4 cup cornstarch 4. 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying 5. 1/3 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot) 6. 2 tablespoons butter, melted 7. 1 tablespoon soy sauce 8. 1 tablespoon brown sugar 9. 1 teaspoon garlic powder 10. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 11. Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the hot sauce, melted butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour and cornstarch.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Coat each wing in the flour mixture, shaking off excess flour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the wings in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 8 10 minutes per batch. Remove wings from oil and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
- Toss the fried wings in the prepared sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces and garnishes.
Chef’s Insight
These Firecracker Chicken Wings are perfect for sharing with friends and family during game day celebrations or any gathering that needs a little extra excitement. The combination of heat and sweet makes this dish unforgettable, while the smoky flavor will have you reminiscing about your favorite tailgate experiences.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce. Serve with your favorite game day beverage for a complete tailgate experience!