Description
These Crispy Baked Chicken Wings are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fried wings. Coated in a flavorful mix of spices and baking powder, they come out of the oven perfectly crispy and golden brown. Enjoy them plain or toss them in your favorite sauce for a tasty snack or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings:
- 2 pounds chicken wings (split and tips removed)
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Greasing:
- cooking spray or vegetable oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top, greasing it lightly with cooking spray or oil.
- Prepare the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne if using.
- Bake the Wings: Arrange wings on the prepared rack in a single layer. Bake for 20 minutes, flip, and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until crispy.
- Serve: Let the wings rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy plain or toss with sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure wings are thoroughly dried before seasoning.
- Pair with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for a classic wing platter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5-6 wings
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
