Sweet & Spicy Chicken Wings

Total Time
Prep: 25 min. Cook: 5 hours

Updated on Jul. 08, 2024

The meat literally falls off the bones of these wings! Spice lovers will get a kick out of the big sprinkling of red pepper flakes. —Sue Bayless, Prior Lake, Minnesota

Whole Chicken Wings

Uncooked chicken wing sections (wingettes) may be substituted for whole chicken wings.
Test Kitchen Approved

Sweet & Spicy Chicken Wings

Yield: about 2-1/2 dozen
Prep: 25 min
Cook: 5 hours

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds chicken wings
  • 1-1/2 cups ketchup
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • Ranch dressing and celery stalks, optional

Directions

  1. Cut wings into 3 sections; discard wing tip sections. Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over chicken; stir until coated. Cover and cook on low 5-6 hours or until chicken juices run clear. If desired, serve with ranch dressing and celery stalks.
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