Honey-Bacon Chicken Wings
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 1.2 kg chicken wings (with skin)
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3 tbsp "Bacon Wings" by Rock'n'Rubs - 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- A splash of apple cider vinegar or water
Preparation
Step-by-step instructions
- 1
Preparation
Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry so the skin gets perfectly crispy in the oven or on the grill.
- 2
Mix the marinade
Mix the "Bacon Wings" seasoning blend with the honey and olive oil in a bowl to form a thick paste. If needed, add a teaspoon of vinegar or water to make it smoother.
- 3
Marinate
Place the wings in the bowl and toss everything thoroughly until well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes (for maximum flavor - overnight in the fridge is best).
- 4
Bake in the oven
Preheat the oven to 200°C fan. Ideally, place the wings on a rack over a baking tray to allow air to circulate. Bake for 35–45 minutes, turning them halfway through. For the perfect crispy crust, switch on the broil function briefly at the end.
- 5
Grill cooking
Prepare the grill for indirect heat (about 180–200°C). Grill the wings in the indirect zone for about 25–35 minutes with the lid closed. For the finish, you can place them directly over the flame for the last 5 minutes to caramelize the honey. Careful: don’t let anything burn!
- 6
Serve
Let the wings rest for 2–3 minutes after cooking.
Tip:
Always make sure your poultry reaches a core temperature of at least 74–75 °C to ensure the wings are perfectly cooked through.
They taste fantastic with coleslaw, corn on the cob, or crisp grilled vegetables.
