Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings & drumettes 🍗
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
- 1 tsp onion powder 🧅
- 1 tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
- 1 tsp black pepper 🧂
- 1 tsp salt 🧂
- ½ tsp chili flakes 🌶️
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning 🌿
- 1 tbsp baking powder (for extra crispiness) ✨
- Optional: melted butter for brushing 🧈
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🧼 Step 1: Prep the Chicken
➡️ Wash and pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels.
➡️ Removing extra moisture helps the wings become beautifully crispy 🔥
🌶️ Step 2: Season the Wings
➡️ In a large bowl, add:
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Chili flakes
- Italian seasoning
- Baking powder
➡️ Drizzle olive oil over the wings.
➡️ Toss everything together until every wing is evenly coated with seasoning 😍
❄️ Step 3: Rest for Better Flavor
➡️ Let the wings rest for about 15–20 minutes.
➡️ This helps the seasoning soak into the chicken for extra flavor 💥
🔥 Oven Method
🍗 Step 4: Arrange the Wings
➡️ Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
➡️ Place wings on a wire rack over a baking tray.
➡️ Keep space between each piece for even crispiness.
⏲️ Step 5: Bake
➡️ Bake for 20 minutes.
➡️ Flip the wings carefully.
➡️ Bake another 20–25 minutes until golden brown and crispy ✨
🍳 Air Fryer Method
🔥 Step 4 Alternative
➡️ Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
➡️ Arrange wings in a single layer.
⏲️ Step 5 Alternative
➡️ Air fry for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway through.
➡️ Cook until crispy and nicely browned 😋
🧈 Step 6: Final Touch
➡️ Brush lightly with melted butter for extra shine and flavor.
➡️ Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce 🥣
😋 Serving Ideas
🍟 French fries
🥗 Fresh salad
🌽 Corn on the cob
🥤 Cold drinks
❓Q & A
❓How do I make wings extra crispy?
✅ Pat them very dry and use a little baking powder.
❓Can I make them spicy?
✅ Yes! Add extra chili flakes or hot sauce.
❓Can I store leftovers?
✅ Yes, refrigerate for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or air fryer.