Crockpot BBQ Chicken Wings

This Crockpot BBQ Chicken Wings recipe is a sticky and tender dish, which includes chicken wings and BBQ sauce. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 6 hours and 5 minutes.

Crockpot BBQ Chicken Wings Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 ½ cups chicken broth or 12 oz light or citrusy beer
• 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

How To Make Crockpot BBQ Chicken Wings

1. Add wings to slow cooker: Place chicken wings in the slow cooker. If using whole wings, cut them into drumettes and flats if desired.
2. Pour in liquid: Add chicken broth or beer. Cover and cook on high for 2–3 hours or on low for 4–6 hours.
3. Make the glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, honey, and lime juice.
4. Brush wings with sauce: Remove wings from the slow cooker and brush them thoroughly with the sauce mixture.
5. Broil or brown the wings: Place wings on a foil-lined broiler pan and broil on high for 2–3 minutes until browned and crisp. Alternatively, use the sauté setting in a multicooker to brown them.

Recipe Tips

• How to cut whole chicken wings:
  Use kitchen shears or a sharp knife to separate the drumette, flat, and tip at the joints.
• Can I skip the broiling step?
  Broiling adds crispness, but you can serve straight from the slow cooker for a softer texture.
• What type of BBQ sauce works best?
  Use your favorite sweet, smoky, or spicy BBQ sauce depending on your taste.
• Can I use frozen wings?
  Yes, but thaw them first for even cooking and best texture.
• How to make them spicier:
  Add hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the BBQ sauce mixture.

What To Serve With BBQ Chicken Wings

These wings pair perfectly with simple sides like:

• Classic coleslaw or creamy potato salad
• Cornbread or baked beans
• Celery and carrot sticks with ranch dip
• Macaroni and cheese
• Grilled corn on the cob

How To Store BBQ Chicken Wings

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Cool completely, then freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.

BBQ Chicken Wings Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 186 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Protein: 12g
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 0.1g
• Cholesterol: 48mg
• Sodium: 393mg
• Potassium: 150mg
• Fiber: 0.2g
• Sugar: 10g
• Calcium: 16mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I cook the wings longer for extra tenderness?
Yes, they become more tender with longer cooking but may fall off the bone if overcooked.

Can I finish them in the air fryer?
Yes, after slow cooking, crisp the wings in an air fryer at 400°F for about 5–7 minutes.

Is this recipe gluten-free?
Ensure your BBQ sauce and broth (or beer) are gluten-free.

Can I double the recipe?
Yes, just make sure your slow cooker is large enough and increase the liquid slightly.

Why are my wings soggy?
Broiling or air frying after slow cooking is essential to crisp up the skin.

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