Guava BBQ Glazed Chicken Wings (Printable)

Crispy chicken wings with a sweet guava BBQ glaze, featuring tropical flavors perfect for parties and gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2.5 lbs chicken wings, split at joints, tips removed
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

→ Guava BBQ Glaze

05 - 0.5 cup guava paste or guava jelly
06 - 0.5 cup BBQ sauce, gluten-free if needed
07 - 2 tablespoons honey
08 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
09 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce, gluten-free if needed
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and position a wire rack on top.
02 - Pat wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss wings with salt, black pepper, and vegetable oil until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange wings in a single layer on the rack. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp.
04 - While wings roast, combine guava paste, BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly for 3 to 5 minutes until guava melts and glaze reaches smooth consistency. Remove from heat.
05 - Transfer roasted wings to a large bowl. Pour half the glaze over wings and toss until evenly coated.
06 - Return coated wings to the rack and broil for 2 to 3 minutes until glaze caramelizes.
07 - Toss wings with remaining glaze before serving. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro or green onions if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Unique Tropical Fusion: The use of guava paste adds a sophisticated, fruity twist to traditional BBQ wings.
  • Perfectly Crispy: Roasting on a wire rack ensures the wings stay crispy on the outside while remaining juicy on the inside.
  • Crowd Pleaser: These wings are easy to make in large batches and provide a delightful balance of sweet and smoky notes.
02 -
  • Always pat the wings dry with paper towels; any excess moisture will steam the chicken rather than roasting it to a crisp.
  • Whisk the glaze constantly as the guava melts to prevent sticking and ensure a perfectly smooth consistency.
  • The second toss in the glaze after broiling is essential for that glossy, thick, and intensely flavorful finish.
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