36 chicken wingettes or 18 whole chicken wings, tips removed and halved
¼ tsp hickory smoke powder
1 tbsp salt
1 tbsp black pepper
Maple syrup as needed plus 6 tbsp
Cornmeal as needed
3 tbsp Smoky Chipotle Hot Sauce
1 tbsp minced garlic
½ tbsp finely-grated lemon zest
Oil for deep frying
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
Dip chicken in maple syrup, then dredge in cornmeal.
Heat oil to 350°F, add chicken pieces, and deep fry for 12 minutes. Drain on a cooling rack.
12 minutes
Combine 6 tbsp maple syrup with remaining ingredients. Add wings and toss to coat. Serve.