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platter of black chicken 'bat wings' for halloween.
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Halloween Chicken Bat Wings (Sweet and Sour Wings)

Sweet and Sour 'Bat' Wings are a fun and easy Halloween appetizer that's perfect for parties or potlucks. These spooky chicken 'Bat' Wings are made with sweet and sour sauce and black food coloring.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 Appetizers
Calories: 181kcal
Author: Kelly Bloom
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Ingredients

  • 3 lbs whole chicken wings 3 joint chicken wings

For the Sweet & Sour Barbecue Sauce

  • ¾ cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Black Gel Food Colorant
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoon rice or apple cider vinegar

Instructions

for the Sweet & Sour Barbecue Sauce

  • Preheat your oven to 400° F. Line a rimmed baking sheet pan with aluminum foil, and place a rack on top. Spray the rack with non stick spray.
  • Mix the pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, honey, vinegar, and black food coloring in a bowl. Mix well.
    ¾ cup pineapple juice, 2 tablespoon brown sugar, ¼ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Black Gel Food Colorant, ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoon rice or apple cider vinegar
  • Place the chicken wings on the baking rack of the prepared pan.
    3 lbs whole chicken wings
  • Baste the chicken wings liberally on both sides and bake in the 400° oven for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and baste again. Turn the chicken wings and baste the other side. Place back in the oven for another 20 minutes.
  • Place on a serving platter and serve!

Notes

  • Anticipate 5 three joint chicken wings per lb.
  • If you have a lot of food at a party, calculate 1 wing per person.
  • For a meal size serving, calculate 3 wings per person.

Nutrition

Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 128mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg