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Boneless Wings

These Boneless Wings are a game day must! Crispy bites coated in a flavorful sauce, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 2-inch nuggets)
  • vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Sauce:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
  • ½ cup Frank's RedHot hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Directions:

  • Step 1: Prepare the Chicken - Cut your boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 2-inch nuggets for even cooking.
  • Step 2: Make the Dredge - In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, ground paprika, ground cayenne pepper, garlic powder, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well.
  • Step 3: Heat the Oil - In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  • Step 4: Dredge the Chicken - Coat each chicken nugget in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off excess flour.
  • Step 5: Fry the Chicken - Fry the nuggets in batches for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F).
  • Step 6: Make the Sauce - In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and stir in the Frank's RedHot sauce, brown sugar, honey, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, additional cayenne pepper, and garlic powder until combined.
  • Step 7: Toss the Wings - In a large bowl, add the fried chicken nuggets and pour the sauce over them. Toss gently to coat.
  • Step 8: Serve and Enjoy! - Transfer the wings to a serving platter and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces.

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Deep frying pan or Dutch oven
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Slotted spoon or tongs
  • Mixing spoon
  • Paper Towels

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of cayenne pepper.
  • For a healthier option, consider baking the wings instead of frying.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.