🍗 CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN WINGS
🔥 Why You’ll Love Them:
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Ultra crispy skin ✨
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Oven-baked (not greasy!)
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Easily tossed in any sauce
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Minimal ingredients, maximum crunch
🧾 Ingredients:
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2–3 lbs chicken wings (split into flats and drumettes, tips removed)
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1 tbsp baking powder (NOT baking soda – this is the crisping secret!)
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika (optional for color)
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½ tsp black pepper
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Optional: pinch of cayenne for heat
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep the Wings:
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Pat wings completely dry with paper towels. Moisture is the enemy of crispiness.
2. Coat:
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In a large bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and any other seasonings.
3. Arrange:
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Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
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Arrange wings in a single layer on the rack for maximum air flow and crispiness.
4. Bake:
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Bake at 250°F (120°C) for 30 minutes (this renders the fat).
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Then raise the temperature to 425°F (220°C) and bake another 40–45 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
5. Serve:
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Serve as-is or toss in your favorite sauce:
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Buffalo
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Honey garlic
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BBQ
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Lemon pepper butter
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Garlic parmesan
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🧠 Tips for Success:
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Baking powder helps the skin crisp by raising pH and drying it out.
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Don’t overcrowd the pan—air circulation is key.
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Want them extra crispy? Broil for the last 2–3 minutes, but watch closely.
Want a sugar-free sauce, air fryer method, or Asian-style glaze next?