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Extra Crispy Baked Chicken Wings with Baking Powder

A plate piled high with freshly fried, crispy chicken wings, perfectly golden brown under natural light.
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Make shatteringly crisp chicken wings in your oven without deep frying. This recipe uses baking powder for a perfectly crunchy exterior and juicy interior, ideal for game day or quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup your favorite wing sauce (e.g., Buffalo, Honey Garlic, or BBQ)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for sauce mixing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. This setup allows air to circulate for crispier skin.
  2. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. Moisture prevents crisping.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Add the dried chicken wings to the bowl and toss thoroughly until every piece is evenly coated with the dry mixture.
  5. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they do not touch.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes.
  7. Flip the wings over. Reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
  8. Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until the skin is deeply golden brown and very crispy.
  9. While the wings finish baking, prepare your sauce by whisking together the wing sauce and melted butter, if using.
  10. Remove the wings from the oven. Place them in a clean, large bowl.
  11. Pour the sauce over the hot wings and toss quickly to coat evenly.
  12. Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Notes

  • For the crispiest results, do not skip drying the wings thoroughly before seasoning.
  • If you prefer a dry rub finish, skip step 6 and toss the hot wings with your preferred dry seasoning mix immediately after removing them from the oven.
  • If you want to use a sauce like Honey Garlic, toss the wings in the sauce and return them to the oven under the broiler for 2-3 minutes to set the glaze, watching closely to prevent burning.

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