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Crispy Baked Chicken Wings Trio Easy Recipe for Three Irresistible Flavors

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This recipe features crispy baked chicken wings with three distinct sauces: smoky barbecue, classic buffalo, and honey garlic glaze. Perfectly crispy without frying, it’s a quick and satisfying meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (NOT baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Cooking spray or a bit of oil for coating the baking rack
  • For the Smoky Barbecue Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) barbecue sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • Optional pinch of cayenne pepper
  • For the Classic Buffalo Sauce:
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
  • 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the Honey Garlic Glaze:
  • 1/4 cup (85g) honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Position the oven rack in the upper-middle section.
  2. Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly using paper towels.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the wings in a single layer on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding.
  5. Lightly spray or brush the wings with a bit of oil (optional).
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
  7. While wings bake, prepare sauces:
  8. – Smoky Barbecue: Mix barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper.
  9. – Buffalo: Whisk hot sauce, melted butter, honey, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
  10. – Honey Garlic: Combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, fresh ginger, and rice vinegar in a small saucepan. Heat gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  11. Once wings are baked, divide into three portions and toss each with one of the sauces until well-coated.
  12. Serve immediately for best crunch and flavor. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Pat wings dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Use baking powder, not baking soda, for the best crispy skin. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent soggy wings. Flip wings halfway through baking for even browning. Toss wings in sauce just before serving to keep them crispy. For reheating leftovers, use a 400°F oven for about 10 minutes to restore crispness. Air frying at 400°F for 25 minutes is a good alternative cooking method.

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