Description
This recipe for Oven-Baked Chicken Wings delivers crispy, flavorful wings without the need for frying. Coated in a blend of spices including brown sugar, garlic, and paprika, these wings bake to perfection in the oven, making them a healthier and easy-to-make alternative to traditional fried wings.
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 is hot enough for crispy wings.
- Prepare Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve crispiness.
- Season Wings: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, paprika, salt, chili powder, and optional red pepper flakes. Toss the chicken wings thoroughly in this seasoning mixture until evenly coated.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup. Ensure they are spaced out to allow air circulation for crisping.
- Bake: Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through cooking to evenly crisp both sides.
- Check for Doneness: Ensure the internal temperature of the wings reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let wings rest for a few minutes before serving hot. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces or as they are.
Notes
- Patting the wings dry before seasoning is crucial for crispy skin.
- You can customize the spice mix by adding or reducing chili flakes depending on your heat preference.
- Use a wire rack on top of the baking sheet for even crispier wings by allowing air to circulate underneath.
- Check wings closely during the last 5 minutes to avoid burning the seasoning.
- Leftover wings can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispness.
