🥣 Ingredients (Serves 2–4)

  • 2 lbs chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper for heat

For Tossing (Optional)

  • Buffalo sauce, BBQ sauce, or honey garlic glaze

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Wings

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat wings dry with paper towels for extra crispiness.
  3. Toss wings in olive oil and seasonings until evenly coated.

2️⃣ Bake

  1. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. Arrange wings in a single layer on the rack.
  3. Bake 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.

3️⃣ Optional Tossing

  • Toss baked wings in your favorite sauce before serving, or serve plain with dipping sauces on the side.

✨ Tips & Variations

  • Crispier Wings: Let wings air-dry in the fridge for 30–60 minutes before baking.
  • Flavor Variations:
    • Lemon pepper
    • Garlic parmesan
    • Sweet chili
    • Teriyaki
  • Serving Suggestions: With celery sticks, carrot sticks, and ranch or blue cheese dressing.