I struck gold with this gold chicken wings recipe that I am about to share with you all. Carolina gold to be specific. Furthermore, gold is fitting for a Carolina gold BBQ wings recipe.
The Hype Behind The Gold Chicken Wings Recipe
Carolina gold chicken wings are a classic Southern dish that is sure to please any crowd. Based on the hype, that is what you would think.
Moreover, after making my own recipe, I am here to tell you that this will certainly please any crowd.
These delicious wings are marinated in a sweet sauce and then deep-fried to perfection. For this recipe, we will be using an air fryer.
Also, like BBQ sauce this sauce is sweet, yet tangy, and you can make it spicy if you want to.
Not to mention, these can be served with your favorite dipping sauce, or enjoy them as is. Either way, your mouth, and body will be in for a treat!
The Carolina gold BBQ wings recipe is a delicious and savory dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. These wings have a unique flavor profile, thanks to the combination of spices used in the recipe.
The perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy make these wings irresistible.
Carolina gold chicken wings are a popular dish that originated in the Southern United States, or at least that was the case a couple of years ago.
Now, Carolina gold BBQ chicken is everywhere. I even saw one major outlet sell them as chicken sandwiches. If you know, you know.
It is clear that the popularity of this BBQ is spreading worldwide, and my prediction is that this sauce will continue to grow in popularity.
I can see it now. This is going to be a lot of people’s go-to wings on game day. Especially during the Super Bowl, mark my words.
Do This Gold Chicken Wings Recipe Live Up To The Hype
These wings definitely live up to the hype. On the contrary, my decision to say that is based on my own preference.
Sure, this is a BBQ sauce, but taste-wise, it reminds me more of honey mustard. Furthermore, if you do not like honey mustard, then this may not be the sauce for you.
Plus, adding mustard is how you get the gold color, unless you want to use food coloring.
What Flavor Is Carolina Gold?
This sauce has a bit of a flavor that will remind you that you are eating a BBQ sauce. To be specific, the flavor is sweet and tangy. You can make it spicy as well.
As mentioned earlier, it reminds me of honey mustard. The sweetness comes from the honey and light brown sugar, while the tangy flavor comes from the mustard, which is the main ingredient.
Funny enough, I added already-made BBQ sauce to this recipe, and that added both tangy and sweetness to this incredible appetizer.
Why Is It Called Carolina Gold?
It got its name from the origin being in Carolina, and the color of the sauce being gold.
Is Carolina Gold Brown Or White?
The sauce is closer to brown than it is white. This is due to the mustard and brown sugar that are used for the recipe.
Also, this sauce is not brown or white, it is gold. If the sauce was brown or white, then it would be called Carolina brown or Carolina White.
What Is Carolina Gold Seasoning?
The seasoning used for this is garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
Making The Carolina Gold BBQ Wings Recipe
Serving Size: 4
Chicken Wing Ingredients
- 1 Tsp Creole Seasoning
- 1 Tsp Onion Powder
- 2 Lbs Chicken Wings
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
Gold Sauce Ingredients
- 1 Cup Mustard
- 1 Tsp BBQ Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Light Brown Sugar
- 1/4 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
- 2 Tsp Hot Sauce
- 4 Tbsp Honey
- 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
Equipment And Tools
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Tongs
- Air Fryer
- Stovetop
Making The Gold Sauce
Cook the unsalted butter for 2 minutes, or until melted. Then, add the rest of the sauce ingredients, and cook for 3 more minutes.
Making The Chicken Wings
Follow the steps below to complete the recipe!
Steps
- Clean and season the chicken wings.
- Mix the seasoning with the chicken wings until the wings are fully coated.
- Place the chicken wings in the air fryer. If you have a dual-air fryer, then you should be able to split the wings in half and cook them all at once. If you do not have a dual-air fryer, then you will have to cook the chicken wings in batches.
- Cook the wings for 20 minutes at 375. Then, flip the wings over and cook for another 20 minutes.
- Place the wings into the sauce.
- Toss the wings into the sauce.
- Put the wings into the air fryer.
- Cook for 5 minutes at 400.
- Take the wings out and enjoy! If you need to cook a 2nd batch, then repeat the previous steps to cook the chicken wings.
This Carolina Gold BBQ Wings Recipe Will Paint The City Gold
The hype is real, and I can’t wait for you all to try this gold chicken wings recipe.
Carolina Gold BBQ Wings
Ingredients
Chicken Wing Ingredients
- 2 Lbs Chicken Wings
- 1 Tsp Creole Seasoning
- 1 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
Gold Sauce
- 1 Cup Mustard
- 1 Tsp BBQ Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Light Brown Sugar
- 1/4 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
- 2 Tsp Hot Sauce
- 4 Tbsp Honey
- 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
Instructions
Making The Gold Sauce
- Cook the unsalted butter for 2 minutes, or until melted. Then, add the rest of the sauce ingredients, and cook for 3 more minutes.
Making The Chicken Wings
- Clean and season the chicken wings, then place them in the air fryer. If you have a dual-air fryer, then you should be able to split the wings in half and cook them all at once.
- If you do not have a dual-air fryer, then you will have to cook the chicken wings in batches.
Cooking The Wings
- Cook the wings for 20 minutes at 375. Then, flip the wings over and cook for another 20 minutes.
- Toss the wings into the sauce, then cook for 5 minutes at 400.
- Take the wings out and enjoy! If you need to cook a 2nd batch, then repeat the previous steps to cook the chicken wings.
