Description
These Cider-Glazed Chicken Wings with Apple Salad offer a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Tender roasted chicken wings are coated in a tangy apple cider glaze, complemented by a refreshing apple and fennel salad that adds crispness and brightness to the dish. Ideal for gatherings or a flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken Wings and Glaze
- 2 ½ lbs chicken wings, split
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Apple Salad
- 2 apples, thinly sliced
- 1 small fennel bulb or 1 celery stalk, thinly sliced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley or arugula for greens
Instructions
- Prepare Wings: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken wings with salt and pepper and toss them in 1 tablespoon of olive oil to coat evenly. Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
- Roast Wings: Place the wings in the oven and roast for 35 to 40 minutes, turning them once halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning and crisping.
- Make the Glaze: While the wings are roasting, combine the apple cider, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the mixture thickens to a syrupy consistency, about 10 to 12 minutes.
- Glaze Wings: Remove the wings from the oven and brush them generously with the prepared cider glaze. Return the wings to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes to caramelize the glaze and finish cooking.
- Prepare Apple Salad: In a mixing bowl, toss the thinly sliced apples, fennel or celery, and red onion with lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add optional chopped parsley or arugula if desired. Chill the salad until ready to serve.
- Serve: Serve the hot cider-glazed chicken wings alongside the crisp and refreshing apple salad for a balanced and flavorful meal.
Notes
- For extra crispy wings, pat them dry before seasoning and roasting.
- The glaze can be adjusted for sweetness or tanginess by modifying the brown sugar or vinegar amounts.
- Fennel provides a subtle anise flavor, but celery can be used for a milder taste.
- The apple salad can be made ahead and kept chilled to allow flavors to meld.
- Use fresh, crisp apples for the best texture in the salad.
