Whiskey Spiced Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

Spice Rub

Whiskey Sauce

Directions:

1. Combine the dry rub ingredients in a Ziplock bag. Add the chicken wings and toss to coat. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours but up to overnight.
2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Remove the chicken wings and place on the baking sheet, evenly spaced apart.
4. Bake for 40 minutes or until cooked through and an internal temperature of 165 degrees F is reached.
5. While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. Add the whiskey/bourbon and onion to a saucepan. Bring to a boil and continue to boil for 5-10 minutes or until the liquid is reduced by at least half.
6. Add the water, brown sugar, ketchup, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and hot sauce. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to simmer for 10-15 minutes. Remove from the heat.
7. Once the chicken is done baking, remove the wings to a large bowl. Add 1 - 1 ½ cups of the sauce and toss to coat.
8. Place the wings back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the sauce to caramelize.
9. Remove from the oven and serve immediately with additional sauce brushed over the top or served on the side for dipping. Enjoy!