Looking for a way to make crispy chicken wings without the hassle of deep frying? This chicken wings recipe is perfect for game day or any occasion. By baking them in the oven, you get crispy perfection without the mess. Whether you're preparing a big batch for a party or just a cozy night in, these wings will be a hit.
This recipe makes delicious Buffalo-style hot wings with just a handful of ingredients. I love baked chicken wings because they are so easy to make, and everyone always eats them until they are all gone.
If you have tried my Glazed Chicken Wings, you will love these wings. These are hot wings, and you can choose the hot sauce you like.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Crispy Skin: Achieve golden brown, crispy skin using high heat without deep frying.
- Simple Ingredients: With items like flour, cayenne pepper, and melted butter, you likely already have everything you need.
- Versatile Flavors: Customize with your favorite buffalo sauce or homemade BBQ sauce.
- Easy Prep: Just coat, bake, and enjoy with minimal cleanup.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Ideal for game day, parties, or a fun family dinner.
Enjoy these crispy baked chicken wings as a main dish or appetizer. Whether you choose buffalo wings or your own secret ingredient, this recipe delivers tasty wings with tender meat and the most crispy oven-baked finish.
Serve these with some celery and carrots and Buttermilk Ranch dressing or Blue cheese dressing.
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Crispy and spice on the outside and moist and tender on the inside, these hot wings are better than most storebought wings. So perfect for game day, barbecues, gatherings, and parties.
Ingredients for crispy baked wings
- Chicken wings
- Flour
- Cayenne pepper
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Melted butter
- Hot sauce
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This recipe only take s few ingredients and is very easy to prepare.
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How to make the best chicken wings
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Dry the raw wings on paper towels thoroughly.
Place the flour, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt into a resealable plastic bag or in a bowl.
Dip the wings in the flour mixture and toss until well coated with the flour mixture
Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
In a small bowl, mix together the hot sauce and melted butter.
Dip each flour-coated wing into the hot sauce mixture and place them on a baking sheet.
Bake 45 minutes, while turning wings once. The chicken wings are done when they are no longer pink in the center.
Let them cool a few minutes before serving.
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Tips for the Best Results
- Dry the Wings: Use paper towels to dry the chicken wings thoroughly. This helps achieve the crispiest skin.
- Coat Evenly: Ensure the flour mixture covers each wing for a uniform crisp.
- Refrigerate: Let the wings sit for at least an hour in the refrigerator after coating. This step helps the flour adhere better.
- Use a Wire Rack: Place the wings on a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet. This allows hot air to circulate, creating crispy, baked chicken wings.
- Monitor Oven Temperature: Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the oven temperature is accurate for the best results.
Bake the wings in a baking sheet with ridges if possible, so that the chicken cooks more evenly and the juices can run.
Substitutions and Variations
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper for a milder or spicier wing sauce.
- Flour Alternatives: For a gluten-free option, use a gluten free flour.
- Sauce Options: Try different wing sauces or dipping sauces, like homemade ranch dressing or blue cheese dip, for unique flavors.
- Cooking Method: Use an air fryer for crispy wings if you prefer a quicker cooking time.
- Storage: Store leftover wings in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
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If you love Hot Buffalo Wings as much as I do, be sure to try my Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls and my Buffalo Chicken Dip with Blue Cheese.
FAQs About This Recipe
Yes, you can bake whole wings. Adjust the cooking time slightly depending on the size of the wings.
The wings should be golden brown and crispy. Use an instant-read thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
You can prepare these the night before and refrigerate them overnight after coating them with flour.
Serve with celery sticks and your favorite dips, like blue cheese dressing or homemade ranch dressing, for a classic combination.
Absolutely! Just make sure to bake in batches of wings to avoid overcrowding the baking pan.
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Hot Wings
Ingredients
- 20 chicken wings
- ¾ cup flour
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter melt4ed
- ½ cup bottle hot sauce.
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
- 2. Dry the raw wings on paper towels thoroughly.
- 3, Place the flour, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt into a resealable plastic bag or in a bowl.
- 4. Dip the wings in the flour mixture and toss until well coated with the flour mixture
- 6. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- 5. In a small bowl, mix together the hot sauce and melted butter.
- 6. Dip each flour-coated wing into the hot sauce mixture and place them on a baking sheet.
- 7. Bake 45 minutes, while turning wings once. Chicken is done when they are no longer pink in the center.
- 8. Let cool a few minutes before serving.
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Tamara
YUM! Cassidy loves wings. I have trouble with hot and spicy things but even I can admit these look great.
Jessica Stroup
I love hot wings! Can't wait to try out this recipe!!
Dee
I had to put these in the freezer after putting in fridge to marinade, due to an emergency. Can I thaw them? Dip in hot sauce and butter and still cook?
Raquel
I would cook then in an air fryer or oven if you can. I would not thaw them first as they may get soggy. Instead spread then on foil prior to baking. Hope all is ok.