Description
Crispy and flavorful baked chicken wings seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices and herbs, perfect as a delicious appetizer or main dish. This recipe ensures tender wings with a crispy exterior by baking them on a wire rack for even heat circulation.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds of chicken wings
Marinade and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the wings evenly and achieving a crispy finish.
- Coat Wings: In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings with olive oil and lemon juice. Toss well to ensure each wing is coated evenly to help the seasoning stick and add moisture.
- Prepare Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, ground black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, ground mustard, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
- Season Wings: Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the coated chicken wings. Toss thoroughly until all wings are evenly coated with the spice blend, ensuring balanced flavor throughout.
- Arrange Wings on Rack: Place the chicken wings on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. This setup allows air circulation around the wings to make them crispy.
- Bake Wings: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes. Cook until the wing tips are crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring safe consumption and optimal texture.
Notes
- Using a wire rack helps the wings cook evenly and become crispy by allowing air circulation around them.
- Check the chicken wings with an instant-read thermometer to ensure they reach 165°F for food safety.
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the wings for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Feel free to adjust spice levels to suit your taste preferences.
- Leftover wings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
