How To Cook Chicken Wings

Chicken wings can be cooked in various ways, including baking, frying, grilling, or even air frying. Here’s a simple recipe for cooking chicken wings in the oven:

Ingredients:

Chicken wings
Salt and pepper
Olive oil or melted butter
Optional: your favorite seasonings or sauces for flavoring (e.g., BBQ sauce, buffalo sauce, teriyaki sauce, garlic Parmesan seasoning)

Instructions:

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the chicken wings: If your chicken wings are whole, you can separate them into drumettes and wingettes using a sharp knife. Pat the wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps them get crispy.
Season the wings: In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil or melted butter until they are evenly coated. Season them with salt and pepper, along with any additional seasonings or sauces you prefer.
Arrange on a baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easier cleanup. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet, then arrange the seasoned chicken wings on the rack in a single layer, leaving a little space between each wing.
Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the chicken wings for about 40-45 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through the cooking time for even browning.
Optional: Sauce them up: If you want to add sauce to your wings, you can do so during the last 10 minutes of baking. Simply brush or toss the wings with your preferred sauce, then return them to the oven to finish cooking.
Serve: Once the chicken wings are cooked through and crispy, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. You can serve them as they are or with dipping sauces on the side.