Spicy Crunchy Hot Wings
Get ready to elevate your next game day or gathering with these Spicy Crunchy Hot Wings! This recipe combines succulent chicken wings with a zesty marinade that features a blend of Catalina dressing, hot sauce, and assorted spices, creating a mouth-watering taste explosion. The unique addition of honey and mustard adds a sweet and tangy kick, while the combination of garlic and onion brings depth of flavor. Bake to perfection for a crispy finish that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for sharing, these wings are bound to be the highlight of your menu!
6-8
Servings
367.5
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Catalina dressing
10 ounces (none)
Red hot sauce
6 ounces (none)
Minced dried garlic
1 tablespoon (none)
Stadium mustard
1 tablespoon (none)
Parsley
1 dash (none)
Honey
2 tablespoons (none)
Minced dried onion
2 tablespoons (none)
Cayenne pepper
1/2-3 teaspoons (to taste)
Chicken wings
5 lbs (cleaned and trimmed)
Dry onion soup mix
1 (1 1/2 ounce) package (none)
Seasoned salt
to taste (none)
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan, mix together the Catalina dressing, red hot sauce, minced dried garlic, stadium mustard, parsley, honey, minced dried onion, and cayenne pepper.
2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a slight boil, stirring frequently. Once boiling, remove from heat and set aside.
3
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
4
Arrange the chicken wings in a large 9x13 inch or larger baking pan.
5
Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the wings, followed by a generous sprinkle of seasoned salt and cayenne pepper according to your taste preference.
6
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until they are cooked through and crispy.
7
Once cooked, take the wings out of the oven and carefully spoon the prepared sauce over them, ensuring all wings are generously coated.
8
Return the coated wings to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sauce caramelizes slightly and the wings reach your desired level of doneness.
9
Serve hot and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition Information
22.8g
Fat
5.75g
Carbs
35.75g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Crunchy Hot Wings?
Spicy Crunchy Hot Wings are a flavorful chicken dish featuring a zesty sauce made from Catalina dressing, hot sauce, honey, and mustard, baked to a crispy finish.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes approximately 6 to 8 servings.
What are the main ingredients for the wing sauce?
The sauce is composed of Catalina dressing, red hot sauce, minced dried garlic, stadium mustard, parsley, honey, minced dried onion, and cayenne pepper.
How much chicken is required for this recipe?
You will need 5 lbs of chicken wings, cleaned and trimmed.
What oven temperature is used to bake the wings?
The oven should be preheated and set to 350°F (175°C).
How long do the wings bake in total?
The wings bake for an initial 35 to 40 minutes, followed by an additional 15 to 20 minutes after coating them with sauce, totaling about 50 to 60 minutes.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 367.5 calories.
How much fat is in a serving of these wings?
There are 22.8 grams of fat per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides about 35.75 grams of protein.
Are these wings suitable for a game day or party?
Yes, they are described as perfect for sharing and an ideal highlight for game day or gathering menus.
What type of mustard should I use?
The recipe specifically calls for 1 tablespoon of stadium mustard.
How much cayenne pepper should I add?
You can use between 1/2 to 3 teaspoons of cayenne pepper depending on your personal heat preference.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are 5.75 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Do I need to boil the sauce ingredients?
Yes, you should bring the sauce mixture to a slight boil over medium heat before setting it aside.
What size baking pan is recommended?
A large 9x13 inch or larger baking pan is recommended to arrange the wings.
When do I add the dry onion soup mix?
The dry onion soup mix should be sprinkled evenly over the wings before they go into the oven for the first time.
Is honey used in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 tablespoons of honey to add a sweet kick to the sauce.
How do I ensure the wings are crispy?
Baking the wings for the initial 35-40 minutes until cooked through helps achieve a crispy finish.
Can I use fresh garlic instead of dried?
The recipe specifies 1 tablespoon of minced dried garlic for the sauce.
What kind of hot sauce is best for this recipe?
The recipe suggests using 6 ounces of red hot sauce.
Should the wings be seasoned before baking?
Yes, before baking, sprinkle them with dry onion soup mix, seasoned salt, and cayenne pepper.
How should the wings be prepared before cooking?
The chicken wings should be cleaned and trimmed before being arranged in the baking pan.
What happens during the final 15-20 minutes of baking?
During this stage, the sauce caramelizes slightly on the wings as they reach their final level of doneness.
Is there any salt added to the recipe?
Yes, seasoned salt is added to the wings to taste before they are baked.
How much Catalina dressing is needed?
The recipe calls for 10 ounces of Catalina dressing.
What are some suggested tags for this recipe?
Relevant tags include wings, hot wings, spicy chicken, game day, appetizer, and party food.
Does the recipe include fiber or sugar data?
No, the values for fiber and sugar are not specified in the nutritional information.
What is the purpose of the stadium mustard?
The stadium mustard is used in the sauce to provide a tangy kick and depth of flavor.
Should I serve the wings with a dipping sauce?
Yes, it is recommended to serve these hot wings with your favorite dipping sauce.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients total used to make these wings.