Mellow Mushroom Cloud 9 Wings Recipe
This Mellow Mushroom Cloud 9 Wings Recipe brings comfort, crunch and bold flavor together. It is sweet, tangy and lightly spicy.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings split and tips removed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Dry skin helps wings get crispy.
Season the Wings
- Place wings in a bowl. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cornstarch. Toss until coated evenly.
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and a wire rack.
Arrange the Wings
- Place wings on the rack in a single layer. Leave space for airflow.
Bake the Wings
- Bake wings for 35 minutes. Flip halfway for even browning and crisp skin.
Start the Sauce
- Add barbecue sauce, honey, sweet chili sauce, and butter to a saucepan. Heat gently.
Balance the Flavor
- Stir in apple cider vinegar and red pepper flakes. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
Toss the Wings
- Remove wings from oven. Transfer to a large bowl. Pour warm sauce over wings.
Coat Evenly
- Toss wings gently until fully coated. Make sure sauce covers every piece.
Serve Hot
- Serve immediately while hot and sticky. Garnish if desired and enjoy.
Notes
- Dry the wings well before seasoning for extra crispiness.
- Use an air fryer for quicker cooking and less oil.
- Add more chili flakes for extra heat.
- Swap honey with maple syrup for deeper sweetness.
- Grill wings briefly after baking for smoky flavor.
- Serve sauce on the side for dipping lovers.