Copy the famous wings from Hooter's at home! The key to the crispy texture is the mix of white and whole wheat flour (and a little flavor from some paprika and cayenne).
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 1/2 pounds chicken wings
Hooter's brand hot wing sauce
Combine the whole wheat and all purpose flour along with the salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to distribute the seasonings.
Cut the chicken wings at the joints and discard the tips. Coat the chicken with the flour mixture then place in the refrigerator, uncovered, for 90 minutes.
When ready to cook, heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F.
Place the chicken wings in the oil a few at a time (do not crowd). Fry until golden brown. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels or brown paper.
Place the cooked wings in a large bowl. Add hot sauce and toss to coat completely. Remove the wings from the bowl with tongs and serve immediately.
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reviews & comments
January 8, 2010
These wings tasted just like Hooter's. I was extremely impressed and so was my extremely picky boyfriend! He loved the wings, and for him to say that we can make them again is a pretty big deal! Very very delicious!
November 17, 2009
extra Cayenne Pepper & its perfect.!
If your gonna buy their sauce, what's the point of this recipe? It's the sauce that makes the difference in hot wings!
December 20, 2005
its easy and makes a very light crunchy coating. good with or without sauce. i prefered w/sauce
September 24, 2005
I found this recipe very good and easy. They had good flavor and the kids enjoyed them without putting the Hooters sauce on them. I would make them again.