Description
This Oven-Baked Chicken Wings recipe offers a flavorful, crispy alternative to fried wings using a simple spice blend and baking technique. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar, these wings are baked to golden perfection for a tasty appetizer or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 1 pound chicken wing portions
Seasoning Mix
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to crisp the wings during baking.
- Prepare Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to help the seasoning stick and achieve a crispy texture.
- Make Seasoning Mix: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, paprika, salt, chili powder, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix well to form a spice paste.
- Season Wings: Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss thoroughly so each wing is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the wings in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a wire rack set over the sheet for extra crispiness.
- Bake Wings: Bake the wings for 40-45 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping and browning.
- Check Doneness: Confirm the wings are cooked through and have a crispy skin. Juices should run clear when pierced with a fork.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let the wings rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them as is or with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For extra crispy wings, use a wire rack on the baking sheet to allow air circulation around the wings.
- Adjust red pepper flakes amount to suit your spice preference or omit if sensitive to heat.
- To save time, you can prepare the seasoning mix in advance and store it in an airtight container.
- Serve with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for a classic wing pairing.
