Description
These baked chicken wings are perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic, onion, paprika, cumin, and other spices, then baked to crispy, tender perfection. Marinated in flavorful spices and a touch of oil, they make a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer or main dish that’s easy to prepare and bake in the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 2 lb. (900g) split chicken wings
Marinade and Seasoning
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon instant chicken stock (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the spice mix: In a small bowl or shallow plate, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, Cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, and instant chicken stock to create a flavorful seasoning blend.
- Coat the chicken wings: Place the chicken wings in a large salad bowl, drizzle evenly with oil, then sprinkle the prepared spice mix over them. Toss thoroughly to ensure every wing is well coated. Allow the wings to rest for 30 minutes at room temperature; for enhanced flavor, refrigerate and marinate overnight.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450ºF (230ºC) and position the oven rack in the middle to optimize heat circulation during baking.
- Arrange the wings for baking: Spread the coated wings out on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper, making sure they are in a single layer and not crowded to ensure even cooking.
- Bake the wings: Place the baking sheet in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 340ºF (170ºC). Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour, flipping the wings halfway through cooking if desired for even crispiness.
- Rest before serving: Carefully remove the wings from the oven and transfer the baking sheet to a cooling rack. Let the wings rest for 5 minutes to retain their crisp texture. Garnish with lemon slices and cilantro if preferred, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Marinating the wings overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness.
- For extra crispy wings, flipping them at the halfway point in baking is recommended.
- Using a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil or parchment makes cleanup easier.
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness according to your preference.
- Garnishing with lemon slices and fresh cilantro adds a fresh, zesty finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 3 wings)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
