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Crispy Impossibly Baked Chicken Wings Easy Healthy Oven Recipe

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This recipe delivers crispy, golden chicken wings baked in the oven without frying, using a simple coating with baking powder for unbeatable crunch and flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or game day, these wings are easy, healthy, and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drums, patted dry
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Dried herbs like thyme (optional)
  • Neutral oil spray for coating the baking rack and wings lightly

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Position the oven rack in the upper third to get the wings closer to the heating element.
  2. Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels to prevent steaming and help the skin get crispy.
  3. In a large bowl, combine baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Stir well to blend evenly.
  4. Toss the wings into the bowl with the seasoning mix and coat each wing evenly with the dry mixture.
  5. Place a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet and lightly spray the rack with neutral oil to prevent sticking.
  6. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the rack, spaced apart to allow air circulation.
  7. Lightly spray the wings with neutral oil spray to help crisp the skin without frying.
  8. Bake the wings for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway through (around 20 minutes) and spritzing the other side lightly with oil.
  9. For the last 2-3 minutes, switch the oven to broil and watch carefully to crisp the skin without burning.
  10. Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Pat wings dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Use baking powder, not baking soda, for the best texture. Use a wire rack to allow air circulation and prevent soggy skin. Flip wings halfway through baking and broil at the end for extra crispness. For even crispier wings, leave the oven door slightly ajar during the last 5 minutes or use a convection oven if available. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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