Crispy Oven Wings
A simple and delicious recipe for incredibly crispy chicken wings, baked in the oven until golden brown and perfectly cooked. Ideal for appetizers, game day, or a satisfying main course.
Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken wings drumettes and flats separated
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and place an oven-safe wire rack on top.
- Pat the chicken wings very dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving crispy skin.
- In a large bowl, toss the dried wings with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Lightly spray the seasoned wings with olive oil or your preferred cooking oil spray.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they are not overcrowded, which can lead to steaming instead of crisping.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown, crispy, and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
For extra crispiness, you can add 1 teaspoon of baking powder (not baking soda) to your seasoning mix. Serve with ranch, blue cheese, or a spicy buffalo sauce. Ensure wings are patted very dry before seasoning for the best crispy skin. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.