Here’s a simple and delicious method for oven-baked chicken wings — crispy, flavorful, and healthier than deep-fried.
🍗 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 lbs chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Optional: ½ tsp cayenne pepper for heat
- Optional sauce: BBQ sauce, buffalo sauce, or honey garlic glaze
🥄 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Wings
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat wings dry with paper towels — this helps them get crispy.
- Toss wings in olive oil and seasonings until evenly coated.
2️⃣ Arrange for Baking
- Place wings on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment.
- Use a wire rack if you have one — it helps wings crisp evenly.
3️⃣ Bake the Wings
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Optional: brush wings with sauce last 5–10 minutes of baking for sticky, flavorful coating.
- Wings are done when skin is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
4️⃣ Serve
- Serve wings hot with ranch or blue cheese dip and celery sticks.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon for extra flavor.
💡 Tips for Crispy Oven Wings
- Dry wings well before seasoning to reduce steam.
- Bake at high heat (425°F/220°C) for maximum crispiness.
- For extra crunch, toss wings in 1–2 tsp cornstarch with the seasonings.
If you want, I can make a recipe for “double-baked crispy wings” that come out almost like fried wings but still oven-baked, perfect for game day.
Do you want me to do that?
