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Cowboy Butter Chicken Wings

Deliciously spicy and buttery chicken wings, perfect for game day or any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Wings
  • 2 pounds chicken wings Split into flats and drumettes
Cowboy Butter Sauce
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted
  • 2 tablespoons garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper To taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken Wings
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Make the Cowboy Butter Sauce
  1. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, chives, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
  2. Whisk until well combined.
Coat the Wings
  1. Pour the cowboy butter sauce over the chicken wings and toss until they are evenly coated.
Bake the Wings
  1. Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are crispy and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
  2. Serve with extra cowboy butter sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20g

Notes

These wings can be served with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.

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