Crockpot BBQ wings are a convenient and delicious dish for parties, gatherings, or a simple weeknight dinner. The slow cooker helps make the wings tender and flavorful while the barbecue sauce gives them that classic BBQ taste. Here’s a simple crockpot BBQ wings recipe:
Ingredients:
- 3-4 pounds chicken wings (about 24-32 wings)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (use your favorite brand or homemade)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
- Start by preparing the chicken wings. If you’re using whole wings, cut them into wingettes and drumettes. You can discard the wingtips or save them for making chicken stock.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create the BBQ sauce mixture.
- Spray the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place the chicken wing pieces in the slow cooker.
- Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken wings.
- Gently toss the wings in the sauce to make sure they’re evenly coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for about 3-4 hours or on high heat for 1.5-2 hours. The exact cooking time may vary depending on your slow cooker and the size of the wings, so check them for tenderness.
- About 30 minutes before the wings are done, you can preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for crisping up the wings.
- Once the wings are cooked in the slow cooker and are tender, transfer them to the preheated oven and broil for about 5-10 minutes until they are nicely browned and crispy. Be sure to keep an eye on them, as they can burn quickly under the broiler.
- Serve the crockpot BBQ wings hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley or green onions, if desired.
These crockpot BBQ wings are sure to be a hit at your next gathering or as a family dinner. The slow cooker does most of the work, making it a hassle-free dish to prepare. Enjoy!
