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Beer Brined Chicken Wings

Beer Brined Chicken Wings are crispy, succulent and full of flavor. They are the perfect dish for your next game day party!
Course Easy Appetizer Recipes, Main Dishes
Cuisine American
Keyword game day recipes
Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 728kcal

Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon dried dill
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 12 fl ounces beer such as lager
  • 3 pounds chicken party wings
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • non-stick spray

Instructions

  • Heat water, sugar and salt over medium heat just until sugar and salt dissolve.
  • Add in dill, peppercorns and garlic. Turn off heat, pour in beer and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Once cool, pour brine over chicken wings. Cover and refrigerate for 2 - 4 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray a cooking rack with non-stick spray and place on top of baking sheet.
  • Carefully rinse and pat dry.
  • Place chicken in a bowl and top with oil, paprika, garlic, salt and pepper. Toss to coat completely.
  • Place chicken wings on prepared cooking rack. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Turn and bake for another 20 minutes or until cooked through, brown and crispy.

Notes

Nutrition facts are for estimation purposes only.

Nutrition

Calories: 728kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.1g | Protein: 52.1g | Fat: 49.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 216mg | Fiber: 0.8g | Sugar: 9g