), and turns a few shades darker, just like wed expect to see in stovetop preparations.

It will thicken enough to glaze the wings beautifully.

Yellow mustard would be welcome instead of spicy brown mustard for tartness.

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For this recipe, go for chicken flats (aka wingettes).

you’re able to ask the butcher at the grocery store to direct you to them.

Heres a greatguide for how to break down whole chicken wings.

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Set the BBQ sauce aside.

you’ve got the option to reuse the paper towel to cook the wings.

Place the chicken wings in a medium microwave-safe bowl.

Platter of Microwave BBQ Chicken Wings with a Bowl of BBQ Sauce Next to It

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Drain the wings in a colander set in the sink.

Then pat the wings dry with paper towels, and return them into the bowl.

Add about 1/2 cup BBQ sauce to the wings and toss to evenly coat.

BBQ Sauce Ingredients Mixed Together in a Bowl with a Wooden Spoon for Microwave BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe

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Microwave on high, uncovered, until sauce glazes the wings, about 4 minutes, stirring halfway through.

We developed and tested the recipe in a 1,250-watt microwave.

Serve with the remaining 1/4 cup BBQ sauce on the side for dipping.

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