Three Mile Island

Ignite your taste buds with the fiery "Three Mile Island" chicken wings recipe, a delicious balance of heat and sweetness that will leave spice lovers craving more! These oven-baked wings are seasoned to perfection with a bold blend of paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper, ensuring a crisp and flavorful bite in every piece. The star of this dish is the mouthwatering homemade sauce, crafted with melted butter, tangy hot sauce, sweet honey, and a touch of vinegar for a punchy finish. Thickened with a cornstarch slurry, the sauce clings beautifully to the wings, delivering layers of flavor that build to a smoky, spicy intensity. Perfectly paired with cooling ranch or blue cheese dressing and crisp celery sticks, this recipe creates a tantalizing platter ideal for game days, gatherings, or whenever you're in the mood for something bold. Ready in under an hour, these wings are guaranteed to heat things up in the best way!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
• 0.25 cup butter, melted
• 0.5 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top to allow for even airflow.

Step 2

In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper until evenly coated.

Step 3

Arrange the seasoned wings on the wire rack in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching to allow for even cooking.

Step 4

Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).

Step 5

While the wings are baking, prepare the Three Mile Island sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the melted butter, hot sauce, honey, and white vinegar until combined and bubbling.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot sauce mixture over the wings and toss to coat evenly.

Step 8

Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks to help cool down the heat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1188.5 grams (1188.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3212

Total Fat 231.70g	297%
Saturated Fat 74.40g	372%
Polyunsaturated Fat 51.20g
Cholesterol 1145mg	382%
Sodium 10676mg	464%
Total Carbohydrate 96.70g	35%
Dietary Fiber 3.80g	14%
Total Sugars 35.80g
Protein 177.90g	356%

Vitamin D 102IU	508%
Calcium 239mg	18%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 1770mg	38%

*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: 65.5%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 12.1%