Description
This recipe for baked chicken wings delivers crispy, flavorful wings with a simple spice rub and olive oil, baked to perfection in the oven. Perfect for appetizers or a tasty main dish, these wings are seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for crispy wings.
- Season Wings: In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil and all the spices—garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using—making sure each wing is evenly coated.
- Arrange Wings: Spread the wings out in a single layer on a baking sheet to promote even cooking and crispiness.
- Bake and Flip: Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes. Flip them halfway through cooking to ensure both sides become crispy and cooked through.
- Final Crisp Check: After the initial bake time, check the wings for desired crispiness. If needed, bake for a few more minutes until you achieve the perfect texture.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes; this allows the juices to redistribute and the skin to stay crisp before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, pat wings dry with paper towels before seasoning.
- The cayenne pepper is optional and can be adjusted according to your heat preference.
- Use a wire rack on the baking sheet for better airflow and crispier wings.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on wing size and oven calibration.
