Description
Enjoy crispy and flavorful Baked Chicken Wings with Garlic and Paprika, featuring juicy meat, aromatic garlic, and smoky paprika without deep-frying. Perfect for parties, casual dinners, or game days, these wings are easy to prepare, use simple ingredients, and provide a healthy yet indulgent snack with a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh or thawed chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon aluminum-free baking powder
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for heat
Instructions
- Prepare the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly using paper towels to remove any excess moisture, ensuring maximum crispiness during baking.
- Season the Wings: In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, baking powder, and optional cayenne pepper. Toss the wings thoroughly so each one is evenly coated in the flavorful seasoning mix.
- Arrange for Baking: Place a wire rack on top of a baking sheet and arrange the wings in a single layer on the rack, making sure they do not touch. This allows hot air to circulate evenly for a crispy texture.
- Bake the Wings: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the wings for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping them halfway through baking. Watch carefully in the last 10 minutes to achieve a golden, crispy skin without burning.
- Serve Hot and Enjoy: Remove the wings from the oven once crispy and cooked through. Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect crunch and the burst of garlic-paprika flavor.
Notes
- Dry wings thoroughly before seasoning for extra crispy skin.
- Use a wire rack to allow fat to drip away and ensure even crisping.
- Do not skip baking powder; it’s essential for achieving crackly skin texture.
- Flip wings midway through baking to crisp both sides evenly.
- Let wings rest for a few minutes before serving to redistribute juices for moist meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wings (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg