Red Hot Cajun Blue Cheese Wings

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with these irresistible Red Hot Cajun Blue Cheese Wings! Perfectly crispy chicken wings are coated with a bold blend of Cajun seasoning and a baking powder rub that ensures maximum crunch, whether baked or fried. Tossed in a buttery hot sauce spiked with a touch of honey for a balance of heat and sweetness, these wings are a flavor-packed feast. Served alongside creamy blue cheese dressing and crisp celery and carrot sticks, they deliver the ultimate game-day snack or party platter centerpiece. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, these wings bring the perfect spicy kick to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup hot sauce (Frank's RedHot or similar)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 cup blue cheese dressing (store-bought or homemade)
• 6 pieces celery sticks
• 6 pieces carrot sticks

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) if baking the wings. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top for even cooking.

Step 2

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture, which helps them get crispy.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the baking powder, kosher salt, and Cajun seasoning. Toss the wings in the mixture until they are evenly coated.

Step 4

If baking, arrange the wings on the prepared wire rack, making sure they are not touching. Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are golden brown and crispy.

Step 5

If frying, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C) in a deep pot. Fry the wings in batches for 8-10 minutes or until crispy and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Step 6

While the wings cook, prepare the Cajun hot sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the hot sauce, honey, and an additional teaspoon of Cajun seasoning. Mix well and keep warm.

Step 7

Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the Cajun hot sauce over the wings and toss until they are fully coated.

Step 8

Serve the wings hot with a side of blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, and carrot sticks. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1661.8 grams (1661.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3796

Total Fat 293.50g	376%
Saturated Fat 84.50g	422%
Polyunsaturated Fat 51.70g
Cholesterol 1181mg	394%
Sodium 17344mg	754%
Total Carbohydrate 96.90g	35%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 29.30g
Protein 186.70g	373%

Vitamin D 73IU	363%
Calcium 489mg	38%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 2517mg	54%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.0%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 10.3%