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Ultimate Crispy Baked Chicken Wings (No Fry Secret)

A pile of golden brown, crispy fried chicken wing pieces stacked on a white plate.
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You want shatteringly crispy chicken wings without deep frying? This foolproof oven-baked recipe uses a simple dry rub technique to achieve golden, crunchy skin while keeping the meat juicy inside. Perfect for game day, parties, or a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes separated)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • For Sauce (Optional Honey Garlic Glaze): 1/2 cup honey, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup, then place a wire cooling rack on top of the foil.
  2. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is crucial for crispiness.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper to create your dry rub.
  4. Add the dried wings to the bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then toss everything together until every wing piece is evenly coated with the dry rub mixture.
  5. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack. Do not let the wings touch each other; give them space for air circulation.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes. Flip the wings over.
  7. Continue baking for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until the skin is deeply golden brown and very crispy.
  8. If using the optional sauce, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and rice vinegar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat until simmering and slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
  9. Remove the wings from the oven. If you want them sauced, place the hot wings in a large clean bowl and toss immediately with the warm sauce until coated.
  10. Serve the crispy chicken wings immediately as game day snacks or party appetizers.

Notes

  • The baking powder reacts with the chicken skin proteins during baking, helping to dry out the surface and create that desired crunch without frying.
  • For the absolute best results, place the seasoned wings in the refrigerator, uncovered, for at least 2 hours (or overnight) before baking. This further dries the skin.
  • If you prefer a sticky, glazed finish, toss the wings in your chosen sauce immediately after they come out of the oven while they are still piping hot.

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Find it online: https://kingscook.com/crispy-baked-chicken-wing-recipe/