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Close-up of homemade smothered chicken wings on a white plate, coated in a glossy, caramelized sauce. The wings are crispy, tender, and topped with freshly chopped parsley. A small amount of sauce pools around the wings, giving a rustic, homemade feel.

smothered chicken wings

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Fall-off-the-bone tender smothered chicken wings simmered in a rich, savory-sweet gravy. Perfect for cozy family dinners, meal prep, or feeding a hungry crowd. A Southern comfort classic with a surprise maple syrup twist that makes it unforgettable.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Chicken wings - Split at joints, tips removed
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour - For dredging ,seasoned
  • 2 tablespoon Oil - Vegetable or canola for browning
  • 1 Yellow onion - Finely diced
  • 1 Bell pepper - Green preferred ,any color okay
  • 2 Celery stalks - Diced small
  • 4 cloves Garlic - Minced fresh
  • 2 cups Chicken broth - Homemade or store-bought
  • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce - Flavor enhancer
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika - Sweet or smoked
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon Dried thyme - Or 1 teaspoon fresh
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • Salt & black pepper - To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Maple syrup - Add during last 5 minutes (optional secret)

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet/Dutch oven (Heavy-bottomed pan for browning & simmering)
  • 1 Wooden spoon (For stirring and deglazing)
  • 1 Meat thermometer (Optional, to ensure wings are cooked through)
  • 1 Kitchen tongs (For flipping wings without tearing skin)

Method
 

  1. Dry and season the chicken wings with spices, then coat lightly in seasoned flour.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown wings in batches until golden.
  3. Remove wings and sauté onions, bell pepper, and celery in the same pan.
  4. Add garlic, then stir in flour to make a roux.
  5. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and Worcestershire; add seasonings and bay leaves.
  6. Return the wings to the pan, cover, and simmer for 45–60 minutes until tender.
  7. Add a drizzle of maple syrup in the last 5 minutes, adjust seasoning, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 28gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2.3mg

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.Feel free to add more of your favorite toppings.

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