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Jana Rae

Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

Crispy, golden baked chicken wings—juicy inside, no frying needed! Perfect for dinner, game day, or snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings:
  • 2 lbs chicken wings split at joints, tips removed
  • 1 tbsp baking powder not baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika or regular
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper
For the Honey Garlic Sauce (optional):
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water optional for thickening

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and set a metal rack on top. Spray or brush rack lightly with oil.
  2. Dry the wings very well with paper towels to ensure they crisp up.
  3. In a large bowl, combine wings with baking powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, pepper, and cayenne (if using). Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange wings on the rack in a single layer, leaving space between each one.
  5. Bake for 45–50 minutes, flipping halfway through. The skin should be crisp and golden brown.
🍯 Honey Garlic Sauce (Optional):
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together honey, soy sauce, butter, and garlic. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
  2. For a thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook another 1–2 minutes.
  3. Toss hot wings in the sauce or serve on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Letting wings rest uncovered in the fridge for 1–2 hours before baking can enhance crispiness.
  • Feel free to swap the honey garlic for your favorite sauce: buffalo, lemon pepper, or BBQ.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer at 375°F to restore crispiness.

📌 Perfect For:

  • Game day parties
  • Easy weeknight dinners
  • Family gatherings
  • Appetizer trays or snack nights