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Baked BBQ Chicken Wings

Baked BBQ Chicken Wings
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Crispy, juicy Baked BBQ Chicken Wings offer a healthier alternative to fried wings while delivering irresistible smoky and tangy barbecue flavors. Perfect for game nights, parties, or casual gatherings, these oven-baked wings are easy to prepare and packed with flavor, making them a crowd favorite.

Ingredients

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Chicken Wings and Seasonings

  • 2 pounds fresh or thawed chicken wings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

BBQ Sauce

  • 1/2 cup smoky, tangy BBQ sauce (choose your favorite)
  • Optional variations: cayenne pepper or hot sauce for spicy BBQ; honey for honey BBQ; chipotle powder or chipotle sauce for smoky chipotle wings

Instructions

  1. Prep the wings: Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This step is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness. Place the wings in a large bowl.
  2. Season the wings: Add olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder if using. Toss thoroughly to coat each wing evenly with the seasoning mix, preparing the surface for a flavorful crust once baked.
  3. Bake the wings: Arrange the wings on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to allow airflow around them for crispiness. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking and browning.
  4. Toss in BBQ sauce: Remove the wings from the oven and immediately toss them in a generous amount of your favorite BBQ sauce, making sure each wing is thoroughly coated for that signature sticky finish.
  5. Final bake: Return the wings to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes to allow the BBQ sauce to caramelize slightly, creating a beautiful glaze that clings to the crispy skin.

Notes

  • Dry wings thoroughly to ensure crisp skin by reducing steam during baking.
  • Use a wire rack to help air circulate under the wings for even cooking and less sogginess.
  • Flip wings halfway through baking to ensure both sides become equally crispy and golden.
  • Apply BBQ sauce after the initial bake and then bake again briefly to lock in flavor.
  • Let wings rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Store leftover wings separately from the sauce to maintain crispiness.
  • Reheat wings in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes instead of microwaving.
  • Marinate wings up to 24 hours ahead in seasoning and sauce for enhanced flavor.

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