Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Get ready to elevate game day snacks or weeknight dinners with these mouthwatering *Crispy Baked Chicken Wings*! Bursting with bold flavors, these wings are coated in a perfectly balanced spice blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, and a kick of cayenne, then baked to golden, crispy perfection—no deep frying required. The secret to their irresistible crunch lies in a dusting of baking powder, ensuring every bite is both crispy and light. Tossed in a luscious buttery hot sauce, these wings strike the perfect harmony of heat and tang. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup, this easy recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd—or indulging solo! Serve with your favorite dipping sauces or enjoy straight from the bowl; either way, these wings will disappear fast.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 50 min
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 0.25 cup hot sauce

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.

2. In a large bowl, combine baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

3. Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss them in the spice mixture until well-coated.

4. Place a wire rack on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the rack.

5. Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then flip them over and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden brown.

6. While the wings are baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the hot sauce and mix until well combined. Remove from heat.

7. Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a bowl. Pour the hot sauce mixture over the wings and toss to coat evenly.

8. Serve the wings immediately with your choice of dipping sauces or enjoy them on their own.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (261.4g)

Calories		570
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		42.1 g	54%
	Saturated Fat	15.7 g	78%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		221 mg	74%
Sodium		1271 mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate		1.8 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.3 g	1%
	Total Sugars	0.0 g
Protein		41.6 g	83%
Vitamin D		0.6 mcg	3%
Calcium		42 mg	3%
Iron		2.4 mg	13%
Potassium		463 mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1512 cal (68.5%%)

Protein: 666 cal (30.2%%)

Carbs: 28 cal (1.3%%)