Get ready to become the ultimate party hero with these mouthwatering chicken wings that will have your friends begging for your secret recipe! These aren't just any ordinary wings - these are crispy, spicy, and packed with flavor that'll make your taste buds dance and your guests go wild. Whether you're hosting game night, a casual get-together, or just craving some seriously delicious appetizers, these hot wings are guaranteed to be the star of the show.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Appetizer
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken wings
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- Celery sticks for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure that your chicken wings cook evenly and become crispy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of hot sauce, 1/4 cup of melted butter, 1 tsp of garlic powder, 1/2 tsp of salt, and 1/2 tsp of pepper. Whisk the ingredients together until well blended.
- Add the 1 lb of chicken wings to the bowl, making sure each wing is thoroughly coated with the sauce mixture. You may want to use your hands for this step, but be sure to wear gloves if you prefer to avoid the heat from the hot sauce.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup, and place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet. Arrange the coated chicken wings in a single layer on the wire rack. This allows air to circulate around the wings, promoting even cooking and crispiness.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the wings for 25 minutes, turning them halfway through to ensure even cooking. If you like your wings extra crispy, you can broil them for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of the cooking time.
- While the wings are baking, prepare your serving platter. Cut celery sticks into 3-4 inch pieces and arrange them on the platter. This will provide a refreshing crunch to balance the heat of the wings.
- Once the wings are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. This will make them easier to handle and help prevent burns.
- Transfer the wings to the serving platter alongside the celery sticks. You can drizzle any remaining sauce over the wings for added flavor, or serve it on the side for dipping.
- Gather your friends, and enjoy your delicious homemade chicken wings as the perfect appetizer!
Tips
- Use a wire rack when baking to ensure maximum crispiness - this allows hot air to circulate around the wings, creating that perfect crunchy exterior.
- Don't skip turning the wings halfway through cooking to guarantee even browning and thorough cooking.
- Wear gloves when mixing the sauce to protect your hands from hot sauce heat.
- For extra crispy wings, consider broiling for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking time.
- Let wings rest for a few minutes after cooking to make them easier to handle and prevent burning.
- Serve with cold celery sticks to balance the heat and provide a refreshing crunch.
- Experiment with different hot sauce brands to find your perfect heat level and flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 95mg
