Orange-Pecan Hot Wings Recipe

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We like to use oranges and orange juice in lots of different ways—we even have an orange tree in our backyard. These chicken wings are a fun appetizer that our friends are very fond of.

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Orange-Pecan Hot Wings Recipe

Prep: 25 min. Bake: 55 min.

Yield: 8-10 Servings

25 55 80

Ingredients

3 pounds whole chicken wings
3 eggs
1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, melted
RED HOT SAUCE:
2 cups ketchup
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons hot pepper sauce

Directions

Cut chicken wings into three pieces; discard wing tips.
In a bowl, whisk eggs, orange juice concentrate and water. In another bowl or a resealable plastic bag, combine flour and pecans. Dip wings in egg mixture, then roll or toss in flour mixture.
Pour butter into a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Arrange wings in a single layer in pan. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients. Spoon half over the wings; turn. Top with remaining sauce. Bake 30 minutes longer or until meat juices run clear. Yield: 8-10 servings.

Editor's Note: Uncooked chicken wing sections (wingettes) may be substituted for whole chicken wings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (4 ounces) equals 480 calories, 25 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 132 mg cholesterol, 749 mg sodium, 46 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 19 g protein.

Originally published as Orange-Pecan Hot Wings in Country June/July 1999, p49