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DOBRO'S BOOMERANG WINGS

Let’s be honest — chicken wings already have that perfect little boomerang shape, so the name practically chose itself. These crispy wings are coated in a sweet, garlicky sauce with a bright splash of lime and just enough heat to keep things interesting. They’re easy to bake or air fry (my personal favorite for that golden, crispy finish), and perfect for sharing — though you might not want to.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

INGREDIENTS FOR WINGS

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 lbs chicken wings

WING SEASONINGS

  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Creole seasoning

HONEY LIME GARLIC DIP/GLAZE - mix well

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce (Thai or other )
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp sriracha or to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

TO OVEN BAKE

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line pan with foil
  • Pat wings dry. Toss with oil
  • Then toss with the mixed seasonings
  • Bake 35–40 minutes, flip halfway till crispy. 190-195 degrees internal temperature

OR BAKE USING AIR FRYER

  • Heat air fryer to 380°F.
  • Coat wings with oil and seasonings.
  • Cook 18–22 minutes, shaking halfway till crispy.
  • SERVE with the sauce or toss the cooked wings in it to glaze....or BOTH!

Notes

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CUSTOMIZE YOUR SAUCE BLEND
SOOT the cat is my official SAUCE BOSS in the kitchen. She’s very clear about what she likes… though lifting a paw to actually make it is apparently beneath her job description.  Still, she insists this sauce “SOOTS her just fine.”   But she also believes a good sauce should keep your guests guessing. If you’re feeling adventurous:
  • Grate in a little fresh ginger and adding a splash of soy sauce for a tasty teriyaki-style twist.
  • Stir in a teaspoon of frozen orange or pineapple juice concentrate. It adds a bright little zing that gives the dipping (or glazing) experience a whole new personality.
CUSTOMIZE THE WING SEASONING MIX
There are many ways you can tweek this dry rub .  Heres just one to try:
  •  Make a  GREEK inspired rub by switching out the  Cajun seasoning for a Greek or Lemon Pepper blend 
  • Then, switch the lime  for  lemon juice in the sauce and stir in a dollop  of Greek yogurt.  Sprinkle the cooked wings with slivered fresh mint and lemon wedges to squeeze on each serving.
Keyword chicken wings, spicy sauce