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Grilled Wing Zingers

My husband fine-tuned this recipe - and the results were spectacular! These spicy-hot grilled wings are true party pleasers. You can easily adjust the heat level by altering the amount of chili powder. The wings take a little time, but they're worth it. -Angela Roster, Greenbackville, Virginia

26 ServingsPrep: 35 min. Grill: 35 min.

Ingredients

40 whole chicken wings (about 8 pounds)
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 cups hot sauce
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup Italian seasoning
1/4 cup dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 cup paprika
1/4 cup chili powder
1/4 cup pepper
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 cup blue cheese salad dressing
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing
Celery sticks

Directions

Cut chicken wings into three sections; discard wing tip section. Set
the wings aside.
In a saucepan, bring the brown sugar, hot sauce, butter and vinegar
to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 6-8 minutes or until
butter is melted and sauce is heated through. Cool.
In a gallon-size resealable plastic bag, combine the sugar,
seasonings and 1 cup sauce. Add chicken wings in batches; seal bag

2 of 2

Grilled Wing Zingers (continued)

Directions (continued)

and toss to coat evenly.
Cover and grill wings over indirect medium heat for 35-45 minutes or
until juices run clear, turning and basting occasionally with
remaining sauce.
In a small bowl, combine blue cheese and ranch salad dressing; serve
with chicken wings and celery sticks. Yield: about 6-1/2 dozen.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (3 each) equals 350 calories, 22 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 57 mg cholesterol, 245 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 16 g protein.

Wine: Medium-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a medium-bodied white wine such as Riesling or Gewürtztraminer