This wings recipe baked in the oven brings out a crispy skin with juicy meat inside, making it a great alternative to traditional fried buffalo chicken wings. Using cornstarch and your favorite spices adds extra crunch and flavor without any fuss, creating some of the best chicken wing recipes you can easily make at home.
Crispy Oven-Baked Wings
Course: AppetizerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy4
servings15
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minutes400
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hourExperience the ultimate crispy skin and juicy meat with these easy oven-baked chicken wings, perfect for any gathering!
Ingredients
2 pounds chicken wings
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Salt and pepper, to taste
Your favorite spices (garlic powder, paprika, etc.)
Optional: lemon or lime zest, for a bit of zing
Directions
- Preheat your convection oven to 425°F.
- Pat your chicken wings dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss the wings with cornstarch, salt, pepper, and your choice of spices.
- Line a racked baking pan with the wings in a single layer.
- Bake the wings for about 40-45 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
- Let them cool a bit once they’re out, and enjoy them with your favorite dipping sauce.
What You’ll Need
Gather these ingredients and equipment to make delicious oven-baked wings:
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Your favorite spices (like garlic powder, paprika, etc.)
- Optional: lemon or lime zest, for added flavor
- Convection oven
- Baking sheet with a rack
- Paper towels (for drying wings)
Detailed Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your convection oven to 425°F.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Toss the wings in a large bowl with cornstarch, salt, pepper, and your favorite spices.
- If desired, add lemon or lime zest to enhance the flavor.
- Line a racked baking pan with the seasoned wings in a single layer, ensuring space between them.
- Place the pan in the hot oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through.
- Check for crispiness and a golden-brown color before removing from the oven.
- Allow the wings to cool slightly, then serve with your preferred dipping sauce.
Tips & Tricks
- If you want extra crispy wings, consider broiling them for the last 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Make ahead by marinating the wings in your favorite spices overnight for deeper flavor.
- If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- For a flavor twist, try adding different spice blends like Cajun or lemon pepper to your wings.
- Instead of cornstarch, you can use baking powder for an even crispier texture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Baking chicken wings at 400 degrees Fahrenheit usually gives a crispier outside while cooking them faster. Baking at 350 degrees takes longer and results in softer skin, so 400 is often better for crispy wings.
Chicken wings usually take about 40 to 45 minutes to bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. It’s best to flip them halfway through for even cooking and crispiness.
Wings generally need 40 to 50 minutes in the oven at 400 degrees to cook through and become crispy. Lower temperatures may require more time, but make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
To get crispy wings, pat them dry before baking, toss with a little baking powder, and bake at a high temperature like 400 degrees. Flipping them halfway through cooking helps get the skin evenly crisp.
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