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Root Beer BBQ Wings

Root Beer BBQ Wings

Ingredients

FOR THE SAUCE



3/4 c. root beer

1 c. ketchup

1 tbsp. light brown sugar

2 tbsp. honey

1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

Juice of 1 lime

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. onion powder



TO MAKE BARBECUE WINGS



3 lb. chicken wings

2 tbsp. vegetable oil

kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

The only barbecue sauce you'll need in the summer.

Instructions

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together root beer, ketchup, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire, lime juice, garlic powder and onion powder.



Simmer until the flavors meld and the sauce reduces slightly, 8 to 10 minutes.



To make wings: Preheat oven to 425°. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with a metal rack.



In a large bowl, toss chicken wings with vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.



Place on wire rack and bake until golden and crispy, 55 minutes to 1 hour.



Brush baked wings with barbecue sauce and broil until caramelized, about 4 minutes.



Recipe and image courtesy of Best Rootbeer BBQ Sauce Recipe - How to Make Rootbeer BBQ Sauce (delish.com)

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