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Dallas BBQ Sticky Wings Recipe

Dallas BBQ Sticky Wings Recipe

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Craving the sweet, smoky, and finger-lickin’ goodness of a Dallas BBQ Sticky Wings recipe right at home? You're in the right place. 
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 4
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet with wire rack
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Tongs
  • Meat thermometer
  • Aluminum foil (optional, for easier cleanup)

Ingredients
  

For the Wings:

  • 2 lbs chicken wings drumettes and flats
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional for heat

For the Sticky BBQ Sauce:

  • 1 cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand or homemade
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp hot sauce optional
  • ½ tsp liquid smoke for that authentic BBQ flavor

Instructions
 

  • Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Pat the wings dry with paper towels for extra crispiness.
  • Season the Wings: In a large bowl, toss wings with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Mix well to evenly coat.
  • Bake the Wings: Arrange the wings on the wire rack in a single layer. Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked to 165°F internally.
  • Make the Sticky Sauce: While the wings bake, combine BBQ sauce, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, hot sauce, and liquid smoke in a saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  • Coat & Caramelize: Toss baked wings in the sticky sauce until evenly coated. For extra stickiness, return the wings to the oven for 5 minutes or broil on high for 2–3 minutes.
  • Serve Hot: Serve the wings hot, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions, and a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Notes

  • Dry the wings thoroughly before seasoning to help them crisp up in the oven.
  • Use a wire rack so heat circulates evenly and wings don’t sit in grease.
  • Simmer the sauce low and slow to let the sugars caramelize and thicken properly.
  • Double-bake or broil after saucing for that irresistible sticky finish.
  • Taste and tweak the sauce—add more vinegar for tang, or honey for sweetness depending on your preference.
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