Zaxby's Wings & Things (Copycat Recipe)

Recreate the classic flavors of Zaxby's with this copycat recipe for their famous Wings & Things. This dish features crispy, juicy chicken wings tossed in a flavorful sauce, served alongside crispy fries and a side of creamy coleslaw. Perfect for game day or a casual gathering, this recipe captures the essence of Zaxby's with traditional cooking methods and familiar flavors.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup hot sauce (like Frank's RedHot)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 pound frozen French fries
• 2 cups coleslaw mix
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels, then toss them in the flour mixture until well coated.
4. Place the coated wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through, until crispy and cooked through.
5. While the wings are baking, prepare the hot sauce mixture. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then stir in the hot sauce and honey. Remove from heat and set aside.
6. Cook the frozen French fries according to package instructions until golden and crispy.
7. For the coleslaw, in a bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
8. Once the wings are done baking, toss them in the hot sauce mixture until evenly coated.
9. Serve the wings hot with French fries and coleslaw on the side.