Grilled Spicy Apricot Chicken Wings
Fire up the grill and tantalize your taste buds with these irresistible Grilled Spicy Apricot Chicken Wings! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines crispy, smoky chicken wings with a luscious glaze made from sweet apricot jam, bold Sriracha, soy sauce, and aromatic garlic. The savory, tangy-sweet glaze caramelizes beautifully on the grill for a sticky, finger-licking finish that’s perfectly spiced. Featuring a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, these wings are ready in under an hour—ideal for backyard barbecues, game days, or any casual gathering. Garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, they’re as stunning as they are flavorful. Perfect for lovers of sweet-and-spicy barbecue, these grilled wings deliver a taste adventure that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 0.5 cups Apricot jam
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (optional for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 375-400°F). If using a charcoal grill, prepare a two-zone fire for both direct and indirect cooking.
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl. Drizzle with vegetable oil, and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly and set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the apricot jam, Sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Stir and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Place the chicken wings on the grill over direct heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they develop a golden-brown char. Move the wings to indirect heat, close the lid, and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally.
During the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush the apricot glaze generously over the wings, flipping and basting repeatedly to caramelize the glaze without burning it.
Remove the wings from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Optional: Garnish the wings with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for an additional layer of flavor and presentation.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.7 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.5 g | 233% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 59.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1016 mg | 339% | |
| Sodium | 8150 mg | 354% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.2 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.2 g | ||
| Protein | 183.0 g | 366% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 345 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2045 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
