Cherry Barbeque Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh herbs for garnish

For the Cherry BBQ Sauce:

• 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Wings:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Season the chicken wings with salt and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
   • Place the wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are crispy and golden brown.
2. Make the Cherry BBQ Sauce:
   • In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
   • Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
   • Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the cherries are soft and the sauce has thickened.
   • Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to blend the sauce until smooth. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
3. Coat the Wings:
   • Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oven.
   • Toss the wings in the cherry barbecue sauce until they are well coated.
4. Serve:
   • Arrange the wings on a serving plate, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve with extra sauce on the side.

Enjoy your delicious cherry barbecue wings!