Description
Brown Sugar Cajun Wings are the perfect fusion of sweet and spicy, bringing a delightful explosion of flavor to any occasion. These crispy chicken wings are generously coated in a sticky brown sugar glaze enhanced with zesty Cajun seasoning, making them an irresistible crowd-pleaser for game nights or family dinners. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe guarantees your guests will be coming back for more. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce and watch them vanish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Pat dry the chicken wings with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, mix brown sugar, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and vegetable oil until it forms a thick paste.
- Coat the wings thoroughly in the glaze, ensuring every piece is covered.
- Arrange the coated wings on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through (165°F / 74°C).
- Let cool briefly before serving; drizzle any remaining glaze over the top for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wings (150g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg