Picture sinking your teeth into the ultimate Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings: perfectly golden-brown, crunchy outside, juicy inside. Each bite delivers an irresistibly crunchy exterior that gives way to succulent, tender meat bursting with juicy goodness.
Seasoned to perfection with Trader Joe’s BBQ Rub and Seasoning with Coffee & Garlic, my Golden Baked Chicken Wings Recipe boasts a mouthwatering aroma that fills the air, teasing your taste buds with anticipation. With every bite, you experience a symphony of savory flavors that dance on your palate, leaving you craving for more. If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for game day or dinner time, these wings are just what you need!
If I’m ever short on time or just not in the mood to mix spices, my go-to choice is always Trader Joe’s BBQ Dry Rub. By combining this amazing seasoning with some flour, you can create the most delectable crispy baked chicken wings that are sure to impress. And the best part? With just a few simple ingredients, you don’t need a deep fryer to make them. This recipe is definitely one to save to your recipe card!
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The secret to crispy chicken wings lies in a few key steps:
- Drying: Before seasoning the chicken wings, it’s important to dry them thoroughly with paper towels.
- Baking Powder or Flour: For this recipe, I used flour. An alternative to using flour is to toss the wings in a mixture of 1 teaspoon baking powder and 1 teaspoon salt for every 1 lb of chicken before baking. This can result in an even crispier texture and a unique flavor profile for your chicken wings.
- High Heat: Bake the wings at a high temperature, my ideal is at 425°F (200-220°C) on middle rack, to ensure that the skin gets crispy without overcooking and drying out the meat.
- Proper spacing: Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. This allows for better air circulation around the wings, ensuring even cooking and crispiness.
- Flip halfway: Flip the wings halfway through the baking time to ensure that both sides get evenly crispy.
- Broil (optional): For extra crispiness, you can finish the wings under the broiler for a couple of minutes after baking.
By adhering to these guidelines, you can effortlessly attain perfectly crispy chicken wings that are bound to impress!
Ways To Enjoy Chicken Wings
- Buffalo Wings: Tossed in a tangy and spicy buffalo sauce. I love a good buttery homemade buffalo sauce! The can be served with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for dipping.
- BBQ Wings: Coated in a sweet and smoky barbecue sauce. I love the Kansas City Style BBQ Sauce from Trader Joe’s. Perfect for outdoor gatherings and summer cookouts.
- Teriyaki Wings: Glazed with a sticky and flavorful teriyaki sauce, offering a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors.
- Garlic Parmesan Wings: Tossed in a buttery garlic sauce and sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese. These have a rich and indulgent flavor.
- Lemon Pepper Wings: Seasoned with zesty lemon and peppery spices, offering a refreshing and citrusy twist.
- Honey Mustard Wings: Coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. Ideal for dipping and pairing with a side of fries or coleslaw.
- Asian-Inspired Wings: Marinated in soy sauce. For a healthier substitute try it with this Gluten-Free Organic Tamari Sauce. If you’re looking to take the flavor of your chicken wings to the next level, consider adding in some fresh ginger and garlic.
- Dry Rub Wings: Seasoned with a dry rub blend of herbs and spices. These will have a flavorful and crispy coating without the need for sauce. For a pre-made dry rub, my absolutely favorite is Trader Joe’s BBQ Rub and Seasoning with Coffee & Garlic.
- Spicy Wings: Coated in a fiery hot sauce or chili paste. Great for those who enjoy a kick of heat with every bite.
- Plain Wings: Sometimes, simplicity is best! Enjoying crispy baked or fried wings without sauce, served with a side of dipping sauces or enjoyed as is. Just add salt and pepper. In my early years living in America with my mama, this was precisely how we relished the wings. It evokes countless special memories from those nostalgic shopping trips.
Why This Recipe Is Worth Making
- First and foremost, this is the absolutely quickest and easiest way to feed a crowd.
- It is a healthier and more affordable alternative to deep frying.
- Lots of ways to enjoy.
Chicken Wings History And Fun Facts
Chicken wings have their roots in the United States, more specifically in the city of Buffalo, New York. In the 1960s, the Anchor Bar in Buffalo is credited with popularizing chicken wings as a bar snack. Legend has it that the bar’s owner, Teressa Bellissimo, cooked up a batch of wings as a late-night snack for her son and his friends. To spice things up, she tossed the wings in a mixture of hot sauce and butter, creating what would later be known as Buffalo wings.
After gaining popularity among patrons of the Anchor Bar, these crispy, saucy chicken wings quickly spread to other bars and restaurants in the Buffalo, New York area. Over time, Buffalo wings became a staple appetizer and party food across the United States, evolving to include a wide range of flavors and variations beyond the original hot sauce and butter combination. Today, they remain a beloved snack that’s perfect for any occasion.
Today, chicken wings are enjoyed in various forms and flavors around the world, from classic Buffalo wings to Asian-inspired glazed wings and everything in between. They remain a beloved snack and party food, enjoyed by people of all ages at gatherings, sports events, and casual dining establishments.
Make Crispy Chicken Wings in The Oven
1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F
2. Pat dry the wings with a few paper towels, as this step is crucial for achieving a crispy coating.
3. In a large bowl, toss the wings with salt, flour, and Trader Joe’s BBQ Rub and Seasoning with Coffee & Garlic.
4. Take a large sheet pan, cover it with parchment paper. Add 1 tablespoon of melted butter and spread it around the pan.
5. Place wings spread out evenly skin side down and bake for 15 minutes. After turning them skin side up, allow the wings to continue baking for 20 minutes. Ensure they achieve crispiness and reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
6. Once the wings have finished baking, remove from the oven and serve. Creamy gorgonzola dipping sauce will complement this dish beautifully. with a creamy gorgonzola dipping sauce.
Notes:
If you’re not a fan of using a sheet pan, you can substitute the sheet pan with a wire rack instead. This method will allow the heat to circulate evenly around the wings, ensuring that they cook evenly and become crispy all over. Additionally, using a wire rack will help to prevent the wings from becoming soggy from the oil that collects at the bottom of the pan.
To make your own dry rub mix for every 1 lb of chicken wings: salt & black pepper to taste, ¼-1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika.
To substitute flour, use 1 teaspoon of non-aluminum baking powder for every 1 lbs of chicken wings. Make sure you are not using baking soda.
For crispier wings, leave in the oven a few extra minutes.
To ensure that your wings are cooked to perfection, it’s important to keep a close eye on them as cooking times may vary, especially depending on the size of the wings. As mentioned in Step 5 above, allow the wings to bake for 20 minutes before checking them. Once you’ve reached the 20-minute mark, it’s crucial to monitor them closely to avoid overcooking.
How To Store And Reheat Baked Chicken Wings
To maintain crispiness of the wings, serve immediately after coating with sauce.
- STORAGE
- Fridge: Cool and store the chicken wings in an airtight container or a Ziplock bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Up to 3 months. Leave in the fridge to thaw out the night prior.
- REHEATING
- Air Fryer or oven: at 400 degrees F : 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave: 2-3 minutes. Crispiness may be lost with this method.
What To Serve Crispy Chicken Wings With
– Celery, carrots and any other veggies you love
– Any complimentary finger foods
– French Fries
Dipping Sauces For Wings
- Blue Cheese or Gorgonzola Cheese Dip
- 1- 1 ½ cups Gorgonzola or Blue Cheese Chunks
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayo
- 1 fresh garlic clove
- 2 tablespoon chives
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt & Pepper
- Ranch Dressing
- ½ buttermilk
- ½ sour cream
- 3 tablespoon Duke’s mayo
- 1 fresh garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1-2 tablespoon fresh chives
- 1-2 tablespoon lemon juice (Costco’s Italian Lemon Juice works well)
- Salt & Pepper
- Buffalo Wings Sauce
- ½ cup Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
- ¼ cup unsalted melted butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or 1 tablespoon granulated sugar & ¼ teaspoon molasses
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Best Crispy Baked Chicken Wings Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lbs organic Costco chicken wings
- 2 tablespoon Trader Joe's BBQ Rub and Seasoning with Coffee & Garlic
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- Salt to taste
- ½ cup flour
Alternate to TJ's Rub and no flour
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili (for less of a kick, reduce to ¼ tsp)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F
- Pat dry the wings with a few paper towels, as this step is crucial for achieving a crispy coating.
- In a large bowl, toss the wings with salt, flour, and Trader Joe's BBQ Rub and Seasoning with Coffee & Garlic.
- Take a large sheet pan, cover it with parchment paper. Add 1 tablespoon of melted butter and spread it around the pan.
- Place wings spread out evenly skin side down and bake for 15 minutes. Then turn them skin side up and bake for 20 minutes or until crispy and reached 165 degrees F internal temperature.
- Once done, remove wings from the oven and serve with creamy gorgonzola dipping sauce.
Notes
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