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Crispy Baked Chicken Wings: Game Day Ready in 55 Minutes

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These crispy baked chicken wings deliver deep-fried crunch without the deep fryer. Perfect for game day, they’re easy to make with simple ingredients and a foolproof technique.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds chicken wings (about 15–18 whole wings, separated into drumettes and flats)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons baking powder (aluminum-free)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt (use half if using table salt)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Blue cheese or ranch dressing for serving
  • Celery and carrot sticks for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep the wings: Pat wings completely dry with paper towels. For extra crispiness, leave uncovered in the fridge for 1 hour.
  2. Preheat and position: Set oven to 425°F (220°C). Place oven rack in the upper third position, about 6-8 inches from the heating element.
  3. Mix the dry coating: In a large bowl, combine baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Whisk to combine.
  4. Season the wings: Add dried wings to the bowl and toss until evenly coated. Let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature.
  5. Arrange on the rack: Place a wire rack inside a large baking sheet. Arrange wings in a single layer with space between each piece.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes: Place pan in the oven and bake for 30 minutes without opening the door.
  7. Flip and rotate: After 30 minutes, flip each wing using tongs. Rotate the pan front to back. Return to oven for another 20-25 minutes until deep golden brown and crisp.
  8. Make the sauce: While wings bake, combine hot sauce, melted butter, honey, and Worcestershire sauce in a small saucepan over low heat. Whisk until smooth and warm. Do not boil.
  9. Toss and serve: Transfer hot wings to a large bowl. Pour sauce over and toss gently until coated. Serve immediately with dressing and veggies.

Notes

The drying step is crucial for crispiness. Use aluminum-free baking powder to avoid metallic aftertaste. For best results, serve immediately after saucing. Leftover unsauced wings can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated in the oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes.

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