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Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wing

Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings offer a healthier alternative to fried wings without compromising on flavor or crunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings Fresh wings, tips removed
For the Coating
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Aluminum-free preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional
For Coating
  • 2 tablespoons Oil or Butter Olive oil for lighter taste, melted butter for richer flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Mixing bowl
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and prepare a baking sheet with foil and a wire rack.
  2. Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly with paper towels and arrange them in a single layer on the wire rack.
  3. Mix together baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and optional cayenne in a bowl.
  4. Drizzle olive oil or melted butter over the wings and coat them with the seasoning mixture.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes at 250°F (120°C).
  6. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. Let the wings rest for 5 minutes before serving with dips like ranch or blue cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure wings are thoroughly dried for maximum crispiness. Use aluminum-free baking powder to avoid metallic flavors. Monitor baking time for best results.

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