The holiday season calls for stress-free entertaining, and what better way to dazzle your guests than with these 2-Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Wings—a true culinary marvel that embraces simplicity without compromising on flavor!
Keep it Simple
Gather a few pounds of chicken wings, your favorite barbecue sauce (leftover or fresh), and let the slow cooker do the heavy lifting. It’s the epitome of convenience and taste, ensuring that you spend more time enjoying the festivities and less time in the kitchen.
Smother those wings in the rich, flavorful embrace of barbecue sauce and let them slow-cook to perfection for 3 hours. The result? Chicken wings that are not only fall-off-the-bone delicious but also infused with the smoky, tangy essence of barbecue goodness.
Crisping Them Up
To elevate these wings to a crispy perfection, a quick stint under the broiler is all it takes. A couple of flips, a generous brush of more barbecue sauce, and 20 minutes later, you’ll unveil wings that boast a delightful contrast—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside.
Festive Presentation
Top your creation with a sprinkle of freshly minced parsley, creating a visual feast with the red and green contrast. Serve these delightful wings on a festive plate for that extra touch of holiday charm.
While these wings shine on their own, pairing them with a side of cool ranch dressing takes the flavor experience to new heights. It’s a match made in appetizer heaven!
Effortless Entertaining
These 2-Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Wings are more than just an appetizer; they’re your secret weapon for stress-free entertaining. Whether it’s a holiday gathering, game day, or an impromptu celebration, let the slow cooker and a couple of ingredients work their magic.
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2 Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Wings
- Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
Description
Simplify your appetizer game with these 2-Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Wings—tender and juicy wings effortlessly slow-cooked in your favorite barbecue sauce, then crisped to perfection under the broiler, garnished with fresh parsley for a festive touch, and served with a side of ranch dressing, making every bite a flavorful delight
Ingredients
- Few pounds of chicken wings
- Barbecue sauce (leftover or preferred brand)
- Fresh parsley, minced
- Ranch dressing (for serving)
Instructions
- Place the chicken wings in the slow cooker, adjusting the quantity based on your crowd size.
- Generously smother the chicken wings with barbecue sauce, ensuring they are well-covered. Utilize leftover barbecue sauce from the fridge or a fresh container.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3 hours until the wings are fully cooked through and tender, practically falling off the bone.
- Preheat the oven broiler.
- Transfer the cooked wings to a lined baking sheet.
- Brush the wings with additional barbecue sauce, ensuring an even coating on one side.
- Broil the wings for 5 minutes, then flip them over.
- Brush the other side with more barbecue sauce and broil for another 5 minutes.
- Repeat the process, alternating sides and brushing with barbecue sauce, for a total of 20 minutes in the broiler. This step crisps up the outside of the wings, providing a delightful coating.
- Sprinkle minced parsley over the wings for a festive touch, creating a red and green contrast.
- Serve the slow cooker barbecue chicken wings with a side of ranch dressing for a delicious appetizer that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
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