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Crispy Baked Chicken Wings for Football Sunday – Best Game Day Recipe

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These oven-baked chicken wings are shatteringly crispy, juicy, and perfect for game day. No deep fryer needed—just a hot oven, a little baking powder, and the right technique for the best wings you’ll ever make.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs chicken wings (whole or party wings)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Celery sticks, for serving
  • Carrot sticks, for serving
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for dipping

Instructions

  1. Prep the Wings: Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. If using whole wings, cut them at the joints into drumettes, flats, and tips (save tips for stock).
  2. Season the Wings: In a large bowl, whisk together baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add the dried wings and toss until evenly coated.
  3. Set Up the Oven: Place a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the rack, not touching.
  4. Refrigerate (Optional): For extra crispiness, refrigerate the tray of wings uncovered for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours).
  5. Bake the Wings: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake for 25 minutes, then flip each wing. Bake for another 20-25 minutes until deep golden brown and crispy (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).
  6. Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Whisk in hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and honey. Keep warm.
  7. Toss and Serve: Transfer baked wings to a clean large bowl. Pour warm sauce over and toss gently until coated. Serve immediately with celery, carrots, and dressing.

Notes

Pat wings very dry for maximum crispiness. Do not skip the baking powder—it’s essential for crispy skin. For best results, refrigerate wings uncovered for at least 1 hour before baking. Reheat leftovers on a wire rack at 350°F for 10 minutes to recrisp.

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