Sweet 'n Tangy Chicken Wings

By á-178825

Cook low in crockpot 3 1/4 - 3 3/4 hrs. Makes about 2 1/2 doz. Can make ahead & freeze.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs chicken wingettes (about 30)
• 1/2 t salt, divided
• Dash pepper
• 1 1/2 c ketchup
• 1/4 c packed brown sugar
• 1/4 c red wine vinegar
• 2 T Worcestershire sauce
• 1 T Dijon mustard
• 1 t minced garlic
• 1 t liquid smoke, optional
• Sesame seeds, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Sprinkle chicken with dash of salt & pepper. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 5-10 min on each side until golden brown. Transfer to greased 5 qt. slow cooker.

Combine ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic, liquid smoke If desired & remaining salt; pour over wings. Toss to coat.

Cover & cook on low 3 1/4 - 3 3/4 hrs. until chicken juices run clear. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.

Freeze option: Freeze cooled fully cooked wings in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Reheat wings in foil lined 15x10x1 in baking pan in preheated 325 oven until heated through covering if necessary to prevent browning. Serve as indicated.