Description
This recipe for baked chicken wings delivers irresistibly crispy, golden-brown wings with minimal effort. Coated with a simple seasoning blend and baking powder, these wings bake in the oven until perfectly crunchy without the need for frying. Ideal as a delicious appetizer or game-day snack, they can be enjoyed plain or tossed in your favorite sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings (split at joints, tips removed)
Seasoning and Coating
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Baking
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with foil. Place a wire rack on top and lightly grease the rack with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Dry the Wings: Pat the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels until they are very dry. Removing surface moisture is key to achieving crispy skin.
- Coat the Wings: In a large mixing bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Ensure each wing is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the seasoned wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack, allowing air to circulate around each piece for even cooking.
- Bake the Wings: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. After this, flip each wing to the other side and continue baking for an additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until the skin is crisp and golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Serve warm, optionally with your favorite dipping sauce or toss with buffalo, BBQ, or honey garlic sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispy wings, air-dry them uncovered in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight before baking.
- These wings pair well with dipping sauces or can be tossed in buffalo, BBQ, or honey garlic sauce after baking for added flavor.
