Oven Fried (Baked) Chicken Wings — Crispy & Juicy
These oven-baked chicken wings are crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and taste “fried” without deep frying. The key is drying the skin, using baking powder, and high heat.
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Servings
3–4 people
Time
Prep: 10–15 minutes
Marination (optional): 30 minutes–overnight
Baking: 40–50 minutes
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Ingredients
Chicken
1 kg chicken wings (split, tips removed)
Dry Coating (for crispiness)
1 tbsp baking powder (NOT baking soda)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp chili powder (optional)
Optional Marinade (for extra flavor)
2 tbsp Yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic paste
For Baking
1–2 tbsp oil (light coating)
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Step 1: Dry the Wings (Very Important)
1. Wash wings and pat completely dry with paper towels.
2. The drier the skin, the crispier the result.
👉 Moisture = soggy wings, so don’t skip this.
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Step 2: Optional Marination
Mix wings with:
Yogurt
Lemon juice
Salt
Garlic paste
Let sit for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
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Step 3: Season & Coat
In a bowl mix:
Baking powder
Salt
Pepper
Paprika
Garlic powder
Chili powder
Add wings and toss until evenly coated.
👉 Baking powder helps make the skin crispy like frying.
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Step 4: Prepare Baking Tray
1. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F)
2. Line tray with foil or parchment
3. Place a rack on top (best crispiness)
Lightly brush wings with oil.
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Step 5: Bake
1. Arrange wings in a single layer
2. Bake for 20 minutes
3. Flip wings
4. Bake another 20–25 minutes
Optional:
Broil/grill for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crisp
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Step 6: Check Doneness
Wings are ready when:
Skin is golden and crispy
Internal temperature is 75°C (165°F)
Juices run clear
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Step 7: Serve
Serve hot with dips:
Barbecue Sauce
Garlic Sauce
Ranch Dressing
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Flavor Variations
1. Spicy Buffalo Wings
Toss baked wings in hot sauce + butter
2. Honey Garlic Wings
Coat with honey + soy + garlic glaze
3. BBQ Wings
Brush with BBQ sauce after baking
4. Asian Style Wings
Add soy sauce, ginger, and a touch of honey
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Tips for Crispy Wings
Always dry wings well
Use baking powder, not baking soda
Bake on a rack for air circulation
Don’t overcrowd tray
High heat = crispy skin
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Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
Calories: 280–380
Protein: 25–30 g
Fat: 18–25 g
Carbs: 1–5 g
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If you want, I can also give you:
Extra crispy KFC-style wings at home
Air fryer wings recipe (faster version)
Sticky honey garlic wings (restaurant style) 🍗🔥