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Ultimate Crispy Baked Chicken Wings (No Frying Needed)

A close-up stack of golden brown, extra crispy baked chicken wings piled high on a white plate.
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Make truly crispy chicken wings in your oven. This simple technique uses baking powder to achieve a crunchy exterior and a juicy interior without deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes separated)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for tossing after baking)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire cooling rack on top of the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is crucial for crispiness.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  4. Add the dried chicken wings to the bowl. Toss thoroughly until every piece is lightly and evenly coated with the dry mixture.
  5. Arrange the coated wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring there is space between each wing for air circulation. Do not overcrowd the pan.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Flip each wing over. Reduce the oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  8. Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until the skin is deeply golden brown and very crisp.
  9. Remove the wings from the oven. If you plan to sauce them, toss them immediately in a bowl with your favorite sauce (like Buffalo or BBQ). If serving dry, you can lightly toss them with a small amount of olive oil for shine.
  10. Serve immediately while hot and crunchy.

Notes

  • Using a wire rack allows heat to circulate completely around the wings, preventing the bottoms from becoming soggy.
  • For extra crispiness, you can place the wings under the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • If you prefer sauced wings, toss them immediately after they come out of the oven while they are hot.

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