Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings Recipe (Juicy & Crunchy)
Looking for the ultimate party snack or a delicious weeknight dinner? These Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings are golden, crunchy on the outside, and tender and juicy inside. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a finger-licking favorite in no time!
Ingredients for Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings (Serves 4)
- 1 kg chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Optional: 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper for heat
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Dipping sauce of choice (BBQ, ranch, or honey mustard)
Instructions to Make Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
- Preheat the oven: Set oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top.
- Season the wings: Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss them in olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne if using.
- Arrange wings: Place wings on the wire rack in a single layer. This ensures they bake evenly and become crispy.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips, Variations & Storage for Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings
- For extra crispiness, sprinkle a small amount of baking powder on the wings before baking.
- Swap smoked paprika with chili powder for a different flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven for best results.
- Pair with Easy Chicken Pasta or Quick Veggie Stir-Fry for a full meal.
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