Are you tired of boring, bland chicken wings that leave you wanting more? Prepare to revolutionize your appetizer game with these mouthwatering, crispy, and irresistibly saucy chicken wings that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe! Whether you're hosting a game day party, a weekend gathering, or just craving a delicious comfort food, these wings are guaranteed to be the star of the show.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 cup hot sauce
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top to ensure crispy wings.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve a crispier skin during baking.
- Season the wings generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring even coverage on all sides of the wings.
- Arrange the seasoned wings on the wire rack, making sure they are not touching each other to allow proper air circulation.
- Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- While wings are baking, prepare the sauce by whisking together hot sauce and melted butter in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
- Once wings are golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), remove from oven.
- Immediately transfer the hot wings to the sauce bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each wing completely with the hot sauce mixture.
- Serve immediately on a platter, optionally garnished with chopped parsley or green onions for added freshness.
Tips
- Pat Those Wings Dry: The secret to ultra-crispy wings is removing as much moisture as possible before cooking. Use paper towels to thoroughly dry the chicken wings, which helps achieve that perfect golden, crispy skin.
- Use a Wire Rack: Placing the wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet allows hot air to circulate completely around the wings, ensuring even cooking and maximum crispiness on all sides.
- Don't Overcrowd: Make sure the wings are not touching each other on the baking sheet. This allows proper air circulation and helps each wing cook evenly and get that desirable crispy texture.
- Check Internal Temperature: Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the wings reach 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part. This guarantees they're fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Sauce Immediately: Toss the wings in the hot sauce mixture right after they come out of the oven. The heat helps the sauce adhere better and creates a more flavorful coating.
- Customize Your Heat: Adjust the hot sauce-to-butter ratio to control the spice level. More hot sauce means more heat, while more butter will make it milder and richer.Pro Tip: For extra crispy wings, you can briefly broil them for 2-3 minutes after baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 550kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 36g
Fat: 45g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Cholesterol: 180mg
