Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

Name: Crispy Baked Chicken Wings
Prep time: PT15MIN
Cook time: PT40MIN
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chicken
Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken wings, separated and patted dry; 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon black pepper; Cooking spray or oil, for greasing the rack; Optional: your favorite wing sauce (Buffalo, BBQ, or honey garlic) for tossing after baking

Recipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-12-27 |24 Comments

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Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

PREP15 min

COOK40 min

Baked Chicken Wings are irresistibly crispy, full of flavor, and so easy to make. This foolproof recipe is perfect for parties or weeknight dinners.

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Ingredients

2 pounds chicken wings, separated and patted dry
1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking spray or oil, for greasing the rack
Optional: your favorite wing sauce (Buffalo, BBQ, or honey garlic) for tossing after baking

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with foil. Set a wire rack over the sheet and grease lightly.
2
Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper until well coated.
3
Arrange wings in a single layer on the rack, making sure they do not touch.
4
Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are golden brown, crisp, and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F).
5
For extra-crispy skin, broil wings for 2-3 minutes at the end, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
6
Rest a few minutes, then toss with sauce if desired, and serve hot with your favorite dip.