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Crispy Healthy Baked Chicken Wings: Best Game Day Recipe

  • Author: Sarah Wasserman
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

These baked chicken wings come out with shatter-crisp skin without deep frying. A simple baking powder trick and low-then-high heat method create the perfect game day appetizer that everyone loves.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into drums and flats
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or sweet paprika)
  • Cooking spray or oil (avocado or canola)

Instructions

  1. Separate chicken wings if whole: cut through joints between drumette, flat, and tip. Discard tips or save for stock. Pat every piece bone-dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together baking powder, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until no lumps remain.
  3. Add dried wings to the bowl and toss with your hands until every piece is evenly coated. The wings should look dusty and dry.
  4. Place a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet. Spray the rack lightly with cooking spray. Arrange wings in a single layer, skin side up, leaving space between each piece.
  5. Optional: Refrigerate wings uncovered for 30 minutes to 1 hour to further dry the skin.
  6. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
  7. Bake wings on the middle rack for 20 minutes. They will look pale.
  8. Remove wings from oven. Increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and let it come to temperature.
  9. Return wings to oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until deep golden brown and skin is crackly.
  10. Check internal temperature: at least 175°F (79°C) for tender meat. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. If saucing, toss right before serving to keep skin crispy.

Notes

Pat wings bone-dry for crispiest results. Use fresh, aluminum-free baking powder. Do not overcrowd the pan. The low-then-high heat method is essential. For sauced wings, toss just before serving to maintain crispiness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-5 wings
  • Calories: 300
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 2
  • Protein: 24

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