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Chicken Wings

Crispy and flavorful chicken wings perfect for any occasion, featuring a delicious blend of spices and a tender, juicy interior.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
  3. In a large bowl, toss wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Arrange wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a wire rack.
  5. Bake wings for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
  6. While wings bake, melt butter and mix with hot sauce in a small bowl.
  7. Once wings are done, toss them in the hot sauce mixture until evenly coated.
  8. Serve immediately with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing if desired.

Notes

For extra crispy wings, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning. Serve with celery and your favorite dipping sauce.