Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings (Simple & Juicy)
Serves
4–6 people
Cook Time
About 1 hour 15 minutes total
Ingredients
Chicken
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2.5–3 kg (5–6 lb) chicken wings
(split into drumettes and flats, tips removed)
Seasoning Mix
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2 tsp salt
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1½ tsp black pepper
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2 tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
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½ tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional)
For Crisping & Flavor
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2 tbsp vegetable oil or olive oil
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1 tsp baking powder (important for crisp skin – aluminum-free)
Instructions
1. Prep the Wings (Very Important)
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Rinse wings and pat completely dry with paper towels.
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The drier the skin, the crispier the wings.
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Place wings in a large bowl.
2. Season
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Add oil to the wings and toss to coat.
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In a small bowl, mix:
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Salt
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Pepper
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Paprika
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Garlic powder
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Onion powder
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Herbs
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Chili powder
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Baking powder
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Sprinkle seasoning evenly over wings.
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Toss thoroughly until every wing is coated.
👉 The baking powder raises the skin’s pH and helps it crisp without frying.
3. Arrange on the Pan
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Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F
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Line a large baking tray with foil or parchment.
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Place wings skin-side up, not touching.
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If possible, set them on a rack over the tray (best crisp).
4. Bake – Two-Stage Method
Stage 1: Render the fat
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Bake at 200°C / 400°F for 40 minutes
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Wings will release fat and start browning
Stage 2: Crisp
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Increase heat to 220°C / 425°F
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Bake another 20–25 minutes
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Flip once halfway for even browning
Wings are done when:
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Skin is golden and crisp
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Internal temp reaches 75°C / 165°F
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Juices run clear
5. Rest & Serve
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Rest wings for 5 minutes
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Transfer to a platter
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Serve hot
Optional Sauces (Toss After Baking)
Classic Garlic Butter
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3 tbsp melted butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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Pinch salt & parsley
Honey BBQ
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¼ cup BBQ sauce
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tsp vinegar
Buffalo Style
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¼ cup hot sauce
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3 tbsp melted butter
Toss wings lightly—don’t drown them or they’ll lose crispiness.
Pro Tips
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Don’t overcrowd the tray
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Skip washing if wings are already clean—just pat dry
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For extra crunch, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end
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Leftovers reheat best in the oven or air fryer
