Smothered Chicken Wings Recipe
This recipe for smothered chicken wings is a comforting dish that combines tender, juicy wings with a rich, flavorful gravy. Perfect for any dinner or game day, these wings are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 baking dish or roasting pan
- 1 skillet
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 tongs
- 1 serving platter
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings fresh or thawed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup vegetable oil for frying
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water for thickening
- 2 tablespoons cold water for cornstarch thickening
- to taste fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken wing in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess.
- In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the wings in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and garlic, sautéing until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce, stirring to combine.
- Once the mixture is simmering, add the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce, whisking continuously until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- In a baking dish, lay the fried chicken wings and pour the onion gravy over them, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to allow the wings to soak up the flavors.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes to crisp up the wings slightly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving on a platter.
Notes
Serve with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the gravy.
You can adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
For a spicy kick, consider adding cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the flour mixture.