Description
This recipe features crispy, oven-baked chicken wings seasoned with a savory blend of spices and finished with a tangy barbecue sauce. Perfect for a flavorful appetizer or main dish, these wings offer a delicious balance of smoky, spicy, and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Sauce
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the wings crispy and evenly.
- Season the Wings: In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, making sure each wing is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange Wings on Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer to allow for even cooking and crispy skin.
- Bake the Wings: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the wings for 25 minutes, allowing them to cook through and start crisping up.
- Apply Barbecue Sauce: Remove the wings from the oven, brush them generously with barbecue sauce to add flavor and moisture.
- Final Bake: Return the wings to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes. This step caramelizes the sauce and further crisps the skin.
- Serve: Once baked, serve the chicken wings hot for the best taste and texture. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
- You can customize the seasoning by adding cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- For extra crispy wings, consider broiling for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
- Use a wire rack on the baking sheet for more even cooking and crispier skin.
- Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
