Description
Crispy and flavorful baked chicken wings coated in a seasoned flour mixture and baked to golden perfection. This easy oven-baked recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort, delivering tender, juicy wings with a crispy exterior perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Wings
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (⅜ stick)
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 10–12 chicken wingettes (tips removed; thawed if frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place small dollops of unsalted butter evenly across the foil; melting it beforehand is optional.
- Prepare Coating: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, ground paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and ground black pepper until evenly mixed. This seasoned flour will give the wings a flavorful and crispy crust.
- Coat Wings: Thoroughly dredge each chicken wingette on both sides in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Arrange the coated wings spaced out on the prepared baking sheet atop the butter dots.
- Bake First Half: Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes. This initial bake helps cook the wings and start forming a crispy crust.
- Flip and Bake Again: Carefully flip each wing over to ensure even crispiness on both sides. Continue baking for an additional 15 minutes or until the wings are golden brown, crispy, and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Optionally garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
- Make sure the wings are fully thawed if using frozen to ensure even cooking.
- You can melt the butter before dotting the foil if you prefer a more even butter distribution.
- Adjust seasoning in the flour mixture to taste—adding cayenne pepper can create a spicy version.
- For extra crispiness, place a wire rack on the baking sheet and arrange wings on the rack to allow fat to drip away during baking.
- Use fresh parsley as a garnish to enhance presentation and add a subtle herbal note.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: baked chicken wings, crispy chicken wings, oven baked wings, party appetizer, easy chicken wing recipe
