Description
Sizzling “Crispy Baked Chicken Wings” bring zesty flavors straight from Southern kitchens to dinner tables. Perfectly seasoned wings offer a healthier alternative to deep-frying, delivering golden-brown crunch you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 lbs (900g) chicken wings (split into drumettes and flats)
Dry Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (NOT baking soda)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (or barbecue, honey garlic, teriyaki, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a high temperature of 425F (220C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the middle for even heat distribution.
- Thoroughly dry the chicken wings using paper towels, removing all excess moisture to guarantee a crispy exterior during baking.
- Create a flavor-packed seasoning blend by combining baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and optional cayenne for heat.
- Transfer the chicken wings to a large mixing bowl and meticulously coat each piece with the spice mixture, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Arrange the seasoned wings on a wire rack placed over a rimmed baking sheet, which allows hot air to circulate and promotes maximum crispiness.
- Place the prepared wings in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40-45 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through to ensure even browning.
- Check the wings for a golden-brown color and crispy skin, verifying internal temperature reaches 165F to confirm full cooking.
- Remove from the oven and let the wings rest for 5 minutes, allowing the exterior to maintain its crunchiness while the interior remains juicy.
- Serve immediately with preferred dipping sauces or garnishes to enhance the flavor profile of these perfectly baked chicken wings.
Notes
- Ensure wings are bone-dry to achieve maximum crispiness without excess moisture.
- Elevate wings on a wire rack inside the baking sheet for superior air circulation and evenly crisp skin.
- Customize spice blend by adjusting heat levels or swapping cayenne with different chili powders for unique flavor profiles.
- For healthier version, use less salt and opt for low-sodium spice alternatives without compromising taste intensity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg