Baked Chicken Wings

Our game day parties always include these Oven Baked Chicken Wings. They taste amazing and bake crispy. We love to toss in different sauces to change the flavor for an appetizer recipe that everyone loves.

If you have made our Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings, Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe and Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Wings then you are going to these juicy chicken wings.

Why You’ll Love Baked Chicken Wings

If you are looking for a healthier way to enjoy your favorite party appetizer, make Baked Chicken Wings. It has all the crunch without standing over a deep fryer.

Seasoned Chicken Wings are baked to perfection then tossed in a delicious hot sauce. They’re weeknight-easy, party-perfect, and a blank canvas for any sauce.

Serve these crispy baked wings with all your favorite party foods for a crowd pleasing spread!

Ingredients

• Chicken Party Wings – If using frozen wings, make sure they are thawed before baking.
• Vegetable Oil – Use oil of your choice
• Spices – We used simple spices – Salt, black pepper, and garlic powder
• Sauce – Frank’s Red Hot sauce and melted butter
• For Serving – Ranch or blue cheese dip and celery sticks, carrots are optional

How to Make Baked Chicken Wings

Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray the rack with cooking spray.

Step 2 – Pat the wings very dry with paper towels. Toss them in a large bowl with the oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.

Step 3 – Arrange the wings on the rack in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the wings are golden brown and crispy.

Step 4 – Combine the sauce ingredients. When the wings are done, immediately toss them in the buffalo sauce. Serve with ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks. Enjoy!

Pro Tips

• Crispy Wings – Pat wings very dry for crispiness and don’t cover with foil while baking. You can even let them air dry in the fridge for 30 minutes before cooking for even better results. You can also add 2 tbsp of baking powder.
• Single Layer – Arranging the wings in a single layer with space in between lets the air circulate, which is key for achieving a golden, crispy finish.
• Line Baking Sheet – For an easy cleanup, make sure to line the baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

Flavor Variations

• Sauces – Feel free to change the sauces to what you prefer. We have Buffalo Hot Sauce, but Homemade Barbecue Sauce is another family favorite.
• Spices – Mix 1 tsp each smoked paprika & brown sugar, ½ tsp cumin, ¼ tsp cayenne then toss after baking for BBQ-style wings. Other additions that we recommend – onion powder, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
• Garlic Parmesan – Toss with 3 Tbsp melted butter, 1 minced garlic clove (lightly cooked), ¼ cup grated Parmesan, and parsley. This is my husbands favorite!

What to Serve With Baked Chicken Wings?

• Veggie Tray Recipe
• Coleslaw Recipe
• Crockpot Little Smokies
• Check out more ideas – Best Sides for Chicken Wings