Jul 14 2026
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A Dozen Wings Recipe

Inspired by Screen Door
Time1h
Serves4

Half dozen smoked & crispy-fried wings w/ Crystal hot sauce-blue cheese dressing & half dozen smoky-sweet, pecan crusted praline wings

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Ingredients

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Crispy Fried Wings

Smoky-Sweet Pecan Crusted Wings

Method

Crispy Fried Wings Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Wings

    In a large bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge the chicken wings in the mixture until fully coated.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep pot or fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 3

    Fry the Wings

    Fry wings in batches for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 4

    Toss in Sauce

    Toss the fried wings in Crystal hot sauce and serve with blue cheese dressing on the side.

Smoky-Sweet Pecan Crusted Wings Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the Pecan Mixture

    In a bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 6

    Coat the Wings

    Toss the second batch of chicken wings in honey, then coat evenly with the pecan mixture.

  3. 7

    Bake the Wings

    Place the coated wings on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until crispy and caramelized.

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