Sticky Maple Apple Chicken Wings
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Sticky Maple Apple Chicken Wings. Bursting with sweet maple syrup and tangy apple flavors, these wings offer a delightful combination of savory and sweet that makes them perfect for any occasion—from game day to a cozy night in. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup 100% pure apple juice
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine maple syrup, apple juice, soy sauce, cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Toss chicken wings in the marinade until fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best flavor.
- Arrange wings on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and sticky.
- Allow wings to rest for five minutes before serving hot with optional extra maple syrup drizzle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 chicken wings (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added heat, sprinkle cayenne pepper into the marinade. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 375°F for about 15 minutes.