Description
These Crispy Baked Chicken Wings are perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside! A healthier alternative to fried wings, these oven-baked wings are full of flavor and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings (fresh or thawed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (helps with crispiness)
For the Dipping Sauce (optional):
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional, for a spicy dip)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet to allow the wings to crisp up on all sides.
- Prepare the Chicken Wings:
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps make them extra crispy when baked.
- In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and baking powder. Make sure the wings are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange the Wings:
- Lay the wings out in a single layer on the wire rack, leaving space between each wing. This ensures they cook evenly and become crispy.
- Bake the Wings:
- Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy. The wings should have an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) when fully cooked.
- Serve:
- Once the wings are crispy and cooked through, remove them from the oven and serve hot. Pair with ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For Extra Crispy Wings: Make sure the wings are thoroughly dried before seasoning. The baking powder is key for crispiness, so don’t skip it.
- Flavor Variations: You can coat the wings in your favorite sauce (buffalo, BBQ, teriyaki, etc.) after baking, or serve with dipping sauces on the side.
- Wings Sizes: If your wings are smaller or larger, adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wings
- Calories: 276 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25mg
- Cholesterol: 80mg