Description
These oven-baked chicken wings come out irresistibly crispy without the need for deep frying. Coated in a bold and flavorful dry rub, they strike a perfect balance of sweetness, smokiness, and heat. Ideal for game days, casual dinners, or party appetizers, these wings are a guaranteed crowd favorite.
Ingredients
1 pound chicken wing portions
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground mustard
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 400°F and set a wire baking rack over a rimmed sheet pan lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2️⃣ Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels. This step ensures maximum crispiness in the oven.
3️⃣ Place the wings in a large bowl, add the olive oil, and toss to coat evenly.
4️⃣ In a separate small bowl, combine the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, paprika, salt, chili powder, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
5️⃣ Sprinkle the dry rub mixture over the chicken wings and toss until all pieces are well coated with the spice blend.
6️⃣ Arrange the wings in a single layer, skin side up, on the prepared wire rack. This setup allows air to circulate for even cooking and crisp skin.
7️⃣ Bake for 20 minutes, then flip the wings and bake for an additional 15 minutes until they are golden brown and fully cooked through.
8️⃣ Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.
Notes
For extra crispiness, let the wings air dry in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before seasoning. You can double the spice mix if using more wings. To make them spicier, increase the red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne. These wings also reheat well in the oven or air fryer.