Crispy Baked Chicken Wings
Crispy, golden baked chicken wings—juicy inside, no frying needed! Perfect for dinner, game day, or snacking.
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
Instructions
- 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.
- Dry the wings very well with paper towels to ensure they crisp up.
- In a large bowl, combine wings with baking powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, pepper, and cayenne (if using). Toss until evenly coated.
- Arrange wings on the rack in a single layer, leaving space between each one.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, flipping halfway through. The skin should be crisp and golden brown.
🍯 Honey Garlic Sauce (Optional):
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together honey, soy sauce, butter, and garlic. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- For a thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook another 1–2 minutes.
- 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