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A pile of golden brown, crispy baked chicken wings seasoned and ready to eat.

Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

These chicken wings are baked until crispy and golden brown, making them a delicious appetizer or main course.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Wings
  • 2 lbs Chicken wings cut into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This is important for achieving crispy skin.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the seasoned chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack. Make sure they are not overcrowded, as this will steam them instead of crisping them.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

For extra crispy wings, you can increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 10 minutes of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning. You can also toss the wings with baking powder (about 1 tablespoon per 2 lbs of wings) along with the seasonings for an even crispier result.

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