Nashville Hot Chicken Wings

622

Nashville Hot Chicken Wings

Sweet heat at its finest! These wings have an irresistible combination of intense heat, robust spices and are balanced by a hint of sweetness. Brined in dill pickle juice, the result is finger-licking delicious and perfect for a game day appetizer or a barbecue.
Servings 4
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds of chicken wings, combination of flats and drummettes
  • 1 tablespoon of baking powder
  • 1/2 cup of Nashville Hot Seasoning*(1/4 cup cayenne pepper, 2 tablespoons of garlic powder, 1 1/2 tablespoons of light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of table salt, 2 teaspoons of dry mustard powder, 2 teaspoons of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika)
  • 3 tablespoons of chili infused oil
  • 1/2 cup of dill pickle slices
  • 1 cup of dill pickle juice for brining

Alabama White Sauce Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup of mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons of cayenne pepper powder
  • 2 tablespoons of white vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons of horseradish
  • 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
  • 1 juiced lemon juice
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Rinse wings and place them in a zippered plastic bag with pickle juice and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, if not overnight
  • After the brining period, remove the wings from refrigerator, strain in a colander for a few minutes and then gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easier cleanup, if desired. Place a baking rack on top of the baking sheet and brush the rack with vegetable oil.
  • Place the dried chicken wings into a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with baking powder, followed by the Nashville Hot Seasoning and toss well with gloved hands until all the wings are fully coated.
  • Transfer wings to the baking rack, spacing evenly apart.
  • With a rubber basting brush, lightly brush each wing with the chili infused oil. 
  • Bake wings for 30-35 minutes, until crispy and done. Serve with Alabama White Sauce and garnish with dill pickle chips, if desired. 

Alabama White Sauce Instructions:

  • Mix all ingredients into a small mixing bowl. Refrigerate until wings are ready to be served. 
Close
© Copyright Have U Covered In the Kitchen. All rights reserved.
Close