Bourbon Garlic Wings

June 27, 2025

Sticky, smoky, sweet, and garlicky — these Bourbon Garlic Wings bring bold flavor to your next game night or dinner party. Tossed in a rich glaze of bourbon, brown sugar, and caramelized garlic, they’re air-fried to crispy perfection using Erika’s go-to TurboBlaze Air Fryer!

Smoky Rubbed Chicken Wings with Honey, Bourbon, and Molasses Sauce

  • IngredientsMaple Bourbon Glazed Chicken Wings - Tasty Yummies

    • 2 lbs chicken wings, patted dry
    • 1 tbsp baking powder
    • Salt + pepper to taste

    For the Bourbon Garlic Glaze:
    • ¼ cup bourbon
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • ⅓ cup brown sugar
    • 3 tbsp soy sauce
    • 2 tbsp honey
    • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (slurry)

Instructions

  • Prep the wings: Toss wings with baking powder, salt, and pepper. Let rest 10 minutes while you preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
  • Air fry: Place wings in a single layer and cook for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
  • Make the glaze: In a saucepan, combine bourbon, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, and vinegar. Simmer until slightly reduced, then stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken.
  • Toss and serve: Pour glaze over hot wings and toss to coat. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately and get ready to wow!

Nutrition (Estimate Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~420
  • Protein: 24g
  • Fat: 28g
  • Carbs: 12g
  • Sugar: 9g

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