Description
Spicy “pumpkin spiced chicken wings” blend autumn’s warmth with zesty protein perfection. Crispy, golden wings deliver comforting flavors that you’ll savor in every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs (907 g) chicken wings (drumettes & flats)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves)
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Sauce and Oils:
- 1/3 cup (79 ml) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking surface by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring optimal heat distribution and potential crispiness for the chicken wings.
- Meticulously pat the wings completely dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a crisp exterior during roasting.
- Create a preliminary seasoning blend using salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and olive oil, thoroughly massaging the mixture into the wings to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Craft the signature pumpkin spice sauce by whisking together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, soy sauce, pumpkin spice blend, cayenne pepper, and olive oil until the mixture reaches a silky, uniform consistency.
- Transfer the seasoned wings into a large mixing bowl or resealable plastic bag, then generously pour the prepared pumpkin spice sauce over them, gently tossing to guarantee comprehensive coating.
- Strategically arrange the sauce-covered wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining space between each piece to promote even roasting.
- Roast the wings in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for approximately 25-30 minutes, carefully flipping them midway through the cooking process to ensure uniform browning and achieving a delectable golden-crisp exterior.
- Allow the wings to rest briefly after removing from the oven, which helps set the crispy exterior and distribute internal temperatures.
- Serve immediately with complementary dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese dressing to enhance the wings’ rich, autumnal flavor profile.
Notes
- Enhance wing crispiness by using a wire rack, allowing hot air to circulate and create an evenly crisp exterior.
- Balance pumpkin spice heat by adjusting cayenne pepper for those with lower spice tolerance or sensitive palates.
- Transform into gluten-free option by substituting soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Maximize flavor development by marinating wings in pumpkin spice sauce for 2-4 hours before baking, allowing seasonings to penetrate deeply.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg