Garlic Butter Chicken Wings (Oven-Baked)
These Garlic Butter Chicken Wings, oven-baked to perfection, boast a perfectly crispy skin. They're fragrant, look great, and most importantly, delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds (2 lb)/900 g chicken wings drumettes and flats separated
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/3 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sweet paprika powder You can also add other seasonings, for example, half a teaspoon of hot paprika, chili flakes, or a teaspoon of onion powder.
For the sauce:
- 4 tbsp/60 g unsalted butter
- 4 or 5 garlic cloves very finely chopped garlic
- 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley
Baking powder:
- 2 tsp baking powder aluminum-free
Instructions
- In this recipe, we use two parts of the chicken wing, namely the drumette and the flat (wingette). In most stores, you can buy wings that are already cut appropriately, but if you can only find whole chicken wings, divide them using a sharp knife or kitchen shears.If you need to cut them, place the wings on a cutting board, locate the joints connecting the different parts, and using a sharp knife or kitchen shears, gently cut through the joints to separate all the sections (see: video).
- Pat the wings dry with kitchen paper on both sides. Sprinkle the wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. If you wish, you can also use additional seasonings like onion powder or chili flakes. Now, mix everything well with your hand to ensure the spices thoroughly coat the meat.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Optionally, lightly brush the paper with vegetable oil to prevent the wings from sticking during baking. Place the wings on the sheet. Bake the wings in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes, then carefully flip the wings over and bake for an additional 15 minutes.However, the exact baking time might vary depending on the size of the wings and individual differences between ovens. It’s always a good idea to check the wings before finishing baking – the meat should be white and juicy, and the skin crispy. If in doubt, you can use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the wings has reached at least 165°F (74°C).
- In the meantime, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan, melt the butter and when it’s melted, add finely chopped garlic and sauté it in the butter for about half a minute. Then, remove the saucepan from the stove and add finely chopped parsley to the sauce. Mix everything well.
Video
Notes
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 558
Protein: 43.6g
Fat: 41.8g
Carbohydrates: 3.3g
Note: The nutritional values provided for this dish are approximate. When applicable, I suggest relying on your personal nutritional assessments.