Orange Hennessy BBQ Wings

Steps

Instructions

1. 1

   Season the chicken wings with salt, pepper, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp onion powder, and 2 tsp baking powder. Ensure wings are evenly coated.

2. 2

   To cook in an air fryer: Preheat to 390°F (200 °C) (200°C (400 °F)). Cook wings for 20–25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until very crispy.

   Start 25-minute timer
3. 3

   To cook in an oven: Preheat to 425°F (220 °C) (220°C (425 °F)). Place wings on a wire rack over a baking tray and bake for 40–45 minutes. If no rack is available, flip the wings halfway through cooking.

   Start 45-minute timer
4. 4

   While wings cook, melt 1 tbsp butter in a pan over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

   Start 1-minute timer
6. 6

   Add the ketchup, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and cayenne pepper to the pan.

7. 7

   Simmer the sauce for 6–10 minutes until it becomes thick, glossy, and reduced.

   Start 10-minute timer
8. 8

   Add the Hennessy to the pan. If using a gas stove, the alcohol may ignite from the flame; otherwise, you can use a lighter to flambé or simply let it simmer.

9. 9

   Let the sauce simmer for 3–4 more minutes until fully blended and glossy.

Finish

10. 10

    Toss the hot, crispy wings in the sauce immediately until fully coated.

11. 11

    Serve the wings with your favorite dip and top with fresh orange slices.