Go Back
Crispy oven baked wings served on a plate with dipping sauce

Oven Baked Chicken Wings

These Truly Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings are the perfect comfort food, featuring a crunchy, golden exterior that stays tender and juicy inside, making them ideal for game day feasts or family gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 440
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 lb 4 lb chicken wings, cut into wingettes and drumettes Use fresh or thawed chicken wings.
  • 5 teaspoons 5 teaspoons baking powder IMPORTANT: NOT BAKING SODA / BI-CARB SODA!!
  • 3/4 teaspoon 3/4 teaspoon salt Enhances natural chicken flavors.
  • 1 spray Oil spray Used to prevent sticking and add crispiness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If you have time, uncover the chicken wings and leave them in the fridge for a few hours to dry out. If not, using a paper towel, pat the wings dry to remove any excess moisture.
  2. Position the oven racks to the upper-middle and lower-middle positions.
  3. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
  4. Line a baking tray with foil for easy cleanup and place a rack on top. Spray the rack with oil spray.
  5. In a large bowl or a ziplock bag, add the chicken wings, baking powder, and salt. Toss until evenly coated.
  6. Lay the wings on the prepared baking tray in a single layer, skin side up.
Baking
  1. Place the tray on the lower-middle oven rack and bake for 30 minutes.
  2. After 30 minutes, move the wings to the upper-middle rack and raise the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Bake for an additional 40-50 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through.
  3. Once they are golden and crispy, remove the tray from the oven and let it stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. Toss the wings in your sauce of choice or serve with it on the side.

Notes

For best results, ensure wings are patted dry thoroughly. Adjust seasoning according to preference and explore different dipping sauces like ranch, blue cheese, or buffalo.