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Crispy Chicken Wings

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Crispy Chicken Wings are golden, crunchy, and packed with flavor—perfect for game days, parties, or a fun weeknight dinner. Whether baked or fried, these wings turn out juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside every time.

Ingredients

  • 2–3 lbs chicken wings (whole or separated into flats and drumettes)
  • 1 tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil (for baking or frying)
  • Optional: sauce of choice (buffalo, BBQ, honey garlic, lemon pepper, etc.)

Instructions

  1. For Baked Wings:
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Place a wire rack on top if available.
  3. Pat the wings very dry with paper towels.
  4. In a large bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  5. Arrange wings in a single layer on the rack.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, flip, then bake another 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
  7. Rest a few minutes, then toss in sauce or serve plain.
  8. For Fried Wings:
  9. Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  10. Pat wings dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  11. Fry in batches for 8–10 minutes until crispy and golden.
  12. Drain on paper towels and toss with sauce if desired.

Notes

  • Use aluminum-free baking powder to avoid bitterness.
  • Pat wings very dry before baking or frying for maximum crispiness.
  • Air fryer method: cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Great served with ranch, blue cheese, or celery sticks.
  • Add cayenne to the dry rub for extra heat.

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