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Balsamic Fig Chicken Wings
A chicken wing dinner is always a winner! The balsamic fig chicken glaze is sweet and tangy and finger licking good, perfect for tailgating or game night too.
Ingredients
Balsamic Fig Glaze
- 1 cup Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California Mission Figs , stems removed
- 2 cups hot water , divided
- 1 small shallot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme , leaves only
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Chicken Wings
- 1 pound chicken wings
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Make the Balsamic Fig Glaze
- In a small bowl, add the mission figs and cover with 1 cup boiling water. Cover and steep for 20 to 30 minutes. Then place figs and water in a blender along with shallot, garlic, honey, balsamic vinegar, fresh thyme leaves, salt and pepper. Puree.
- Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add balsamic fig puree, remaining cup of water, and bring to a simmer, cooking for 15 minutes. Then lower heat to a minimum and keep warm until ready to use, or remove from heat, cool and store in the refrigerator for future use.
Cook the Chicken Wings
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper fitted with a wired rack; set aside.
- Pat dry the chicken wings with a lint-free paper towel to remove any excess water or liquid and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add baking powder to the chicken wings and mix until well coated. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt and black pepper. Arrange the wings on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping at the halfway point.
Toss and Sauce Chicken Wings
- When the wings are done and crispy, remove them from the oven and toss in the balsamic fig glaze or use a basting brush to cover the wings in the balsamic fig glaze until well coated. Serve immediately, and enjoy!