Maple Glazed Hot Wings

Today, I’m going to show you how to make maple hot wings. This is a great recipe for game day, a birthday party or any time you want to enjoy some delicious wings!

This Chicken Wings Recipe is such a simple recipe, and only requires a few ingredients: chicken wings, maple syrup, butter, chill sauce, baking powder and salt. These chicken wings are covered in a sticky, sweet, and slightly spicy glaze. Need I say more? In my view, coating chicken wings in some type of sauce is always a good idea. It adds flavor and prevents the wings from drying out. Let’s get cooking!

What you’ll need

For this recipe, you will need:

– Chicken wings (mixture of drumettes and wingettes). I used chicken wings but you can use any type of chicken you like.

– Maple syrup: Maple syrup is great to use because it’s already sticky and sweet.

– Chili sauce: The temperture of the chili sauce will depend on how spicy you want your wings.

– Unsalted butter: This will help to thin out the glaze and make it easier to coat the wings.

– Baking powder: This is my secret ingredient! It helps to make the wings crsipy.

– Salt: This is for seasoning the wings.

– Optional ingredients?: ground black pepper 

That’s it!

Instructions

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. To a small saucepan over medium heat, add the maple syrup, chili sauce, and butter. Stir until the butter has melted and the sauce is well combined.

3. In a large bowl, toss the hot wings with the baking powder and salt.

4. Arrange the chicken wings and cook for 10-15 minutes

5. After 10-15 minutes, remove from the air fryer and coat with the glaze.

6. Air fry for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the chicken wings are cooked through.

Recipe Tips

– To keep things simple, I used store-bought chili sauce in this recipe. But you can also use your favorite hot sauce, or even make your own chili sauce from scratch!

– If you want to add a bit more heat to these wings, try using a hotter chili sauce or adding some cayenne pepper to the glaze.

– These chicken wings are best served immediately after they come out of the oven. But if you have any leftovers, they will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Substitutions

– If you’re not a fan of hot wings, you can use chicken drumettes or chicken thighs instead. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.

– Don’t have any maple syrup on hand? You can use honey, brown sugar or agave nectar instead.

– Not a fan of butter? You can leave it out of the glaze entirely, or substitute with olive oil or another type of oil.

– Baking powder may seem like an odd ingredient in this recipe, but it helps to create a crispy skin on the chicken wings. If you don’t have any baking powder on hand, you can leave it out. However, your wings may not be as crispy.

What can these chicken wings be served with?

These maple glazed chicken wings are great on their own, but if you want to add a side dish or two, serve them with:

– Celery and carrot sticks

– Ranch or blue cheese dressing (for dipping)

– A simple green salad

FAQ’s

How do you adjust this chicken wings recipe to make it your own? 

There are a few ways you can adjust this recipe to make it your own:

– If you want to add a bit more heat to these wings, try using a hotter chili sauce or adding some cayenne pepper to the glaze.

– If you’re not a fan of hot wings, you can use chicken drumettes or chicken thighs instead. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.

– Don’t have any maple syrup on hand? You can use honey or agave nectar instead.

– Not a fan of butter? You can leave it out of the glaze entirely, or substitute with olive oil or another type of oil.

– Baking powder may seem like an odd ingredient in this recipe, but it helps to create a crispy skin on the chicken wings. If you don’t have any baking powder on hand, you can leave it out. However, your wings may not be as crispy. Make this recipe how you please, it is totally customisable!

Do you have a favorite dipping sauce for your wings? 

There are so many great dipping sauces out there, it’s hard to choose just one! But some of my favorites include ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, and honey mustard.

Can this chicken wings recipe be made ahead of time? 

Yes, these chicken wings can be made ahead of time. Just cook them according to the recipe instructions and then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to eat, reheat them in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven until they’re hot all the way through.

What is the best way to reheat leftover chicken wings?

The best way to reheat these chicken wings is in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven until they’re hot all the way through. You can also reheat them in the microwave, but they may not be as crispy.

Can you make a vegan version of this chicken wings recipe?

Yes, you can make a vegan version of this recipe by substituting the chicken wings with tofu or tempeh. Just cook the wings according to the recipe instructions and then glaze them with the maple syrup and chili sauce mixture.

Do you have a variation of the maple glazed hot wing recipe that you like to use?

There are so many great variations of these wings recipe that you can use. Some of my favorites include adding a bit of cayenne pepper to the glaze for an extra kick of heat, or using honey or agave nectar in place of the maple syrup. You can also substitute the chicken wings with chicken thighs or drumettes if you prefer. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.

What is your secret to getting the sauce just right?

There is no secret to getting the sauce just right. Just be sure to taste it as you go and adjust the ingredients to your liking. If you like things a bit spicier, add more chili sauce or cayenne pepper. If you prefer things sweeter, add a bit more maple syrup. And if you want things really sticky, cook the sauce down until it’s thick and syrupy.

So there you have it! My recipe for Maple Hot Wings. I hope you enjoy it! Let me know in the comments below if you make this recipe and have any questions or suggestions. And be sure to share this recipe with your friends and family if you think they’ll like it! Thanks for reading!