Perfectly Crispy Baked Chicken Wings – Easy & Flavorful
These Crispy Baked Chicken Wings are golden, crunchy, and full of flavor without the need for deep frying! With the right seasoning blend and a special baking technique, you’ll get the crispiest wings right from the oven. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, blue cheese, or buffalo sauce. These wings are perfect for game nights, parties, or a delicious dinner!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack (for crispier wings)
- Parchment paper or aluminum foil
- Tongs
- Measuring spoons
- Small bowl (for seasoning mix)
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Wings:
- 2 lbs 900g chicken wings (split into drumettes and flats)
- 1 tbsp baking powder NOT baking soda – for crispiness
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper optional for heat
- For Serving:
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce optional
- 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Celery sticks for garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Prep the Wings
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture (this helps with crispiness).
- In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Ensure the wings are evenly coated.
- 2️⃣ Arrange for Baking
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet and lightly grease it (this allows air to circulate around the wings for even crisping).
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they are not touching.
- 3️⃣ Bake to Perfection
- Bake the wings for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through at the 20-minute mark.
- Continue baking until golden brown and crispy.
- 4️⃣ Toss in Sauce & Serve
- If desired, toss the wings in buffalo sauce or any other sauce of choice.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks.
Notes
Why Baking Powder? It helps draw moisture out of the wings, making the skin extra crispy.
Avoid Overcrowding: Space the wings apart for even crisping.
Extra Crispy Hack: Let the seasoned wings rest uncovered in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking.
Reheating Tips: Reheat in an oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes to maintain crispiness.
Sauce Variations: Try honey garlic, BBQ, lemon pepper, or Asian-style glazes!
Avoid Overcrowding: Space the wings apart for even crisping.
Extra Crispy Hack: Let the seasoned wings rest uncovered in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking.
Reheating Tips: Reheat in an oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes to maintain crispiness.
Sauce Variations: Try honey garlic, BBQ, lemon pepper, or Asian-style glazes!