Crispy chicken wings

Sure! Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for crispy chicken wings:

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Optional: your favorite wing sauce or seasoning (e.g., buffalo, BBQ, teriyaki)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Dry the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible. This helps to ensure they get crispy.
3. Separate Wings: If the wings are whole, cut them into drumettes and flats. Discard the wing tips or save them for making stock.

2. Seasoning:

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
2. Coat Wings: Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the seasoning mixture.

3. Baking:

1. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the rack with cooking spray.
2. Arrange Wings: Place the seasoned wings in a single layer on the wire rack. Make sure they are not touching to allow for even cooking.
3. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
4. Flip and Bake: After 20 minutes, flip the wings over and bake for another 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. The total cooking time should be around 40-45 minutes.

4. Optional: Add Sauce

1. Sauce (Optional): If you prefer sauced wings, transfer the hot wings to a large bowl and toss them with your favorite wing sauce until well coated.

5. Serve:

1. Serve: Serve the crispy chicken wings hot with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and your favorite dipping sauce (like ranch or blue cheese).

Enjoy your delicious, crispy chicken wings!