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Crispy Baked Chicken Wings Recipe

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4.8 from 120 reviews
  • Author: Aiden
  • Total Time: 65 to 75 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x

Description

This Crispy Baked Chicken Wings recipe delivers perfectly crunchy, golden-brown wings baked in the oven without frying. Seasoned with baking powder and a blend of spices, then baked to crispy perfection and tossed in a sweet and spicy homemade Buffalo sauce, these wings are a healthier yet flavorful alternative to traditional fried wings, perfect for game day or a delicious appetizer.

Ingredients

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Chicken Wings

  • 4 pounds chicken wings, halved at joints, wingtips discarded
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder (aluminum free)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Non-stick spray, for the wire rack

Buffalo Sauce

  • 1/3 cup Frank’s Wings Hot Sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the rack: Adjust your oven rack to the upper-middle position and preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire cooling rack on top. Spray the rack with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Dry the wings: Pat the chicken wings really well with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. This step is crucial for crispy wings.
  3. Season the wings: In a small bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, cracked black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Sprinkle this seasoning evenly over the wings and toss to coat thoroughly.
  4. Arrange for baking: Place the wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack with the skin side facing up. This allows air to circulate around the wings to ensure even crisping.
  5. Bake the wings: Bake on the upper middle rack, turning the wings every 20 minutes so they brown evenly. Continue baking until the wings are crispy and golden brown, which can take up to 1 hour depending on wing size.
  6. Prepare the Buffalo sauce: While wings are baking, combine Frank’s Wings Hot Sauce, light brown sugar, and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely, then remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
  7. Toss wings in sauce: Once wings are done, remove them from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes on the rack. Transfer wings to a bowl and toss them with the prepared Buffalo sauce until evenly coated.

Notes

  • Make sure the baking powder used is aluminum-free to avoid an off-taste and ensure crispiness.
  • Patting the wings dry thoroughly is essential to achieve the perfect crispy skin.
  • Turning the wings every 20 minutes helps them brown and crisp up evenly on all sides.
  • For spicier wings, adjust the amount of Frank’s Hot Sauce in the Buffalo sauce.
  • Wings can be prepared ahead of time and the sauce refrigerated. Reheat wings in the oven before tossing in sauce for the best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 to 60 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Crispy Baked Chicken Wings, Oven Baked Wings, Buffalo Wings, Crispy Chicken Wings, Healthy Wings, Appetizers

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