Description
The Sweet and Spicy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings recipe offers a perfect blend of flavors for any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a game day party, a family dinner, or just in need of a tasty snack, these wings, with their balance of sweetness and spice, make an excellent choice. The recipe ensures that every wing is succulently cooked and bursting with flavor, thanks to a carefully crafted dry rub and oven-baking method.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken wing portions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 400F. Place a wire baking rack over a rimmed sheet pan lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper, ensuring it’s ready for the chicken wings.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. This step is crucial for achieving crispy skin.
- Put the chicken wings in a large bowl, add olive oil, and toss them gently to ensure they are well coated. The oil not only helps the seasoning stick to the wings but also aids in crisping the skin during baking.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, paprika, salt, chili powder, and red pepper flakes if using. This combination of spices will give the wings their signature sweet and spicy flavor.
- Sprinkle the mixed spices over the oiled chicken wings. Toss them until each wing is evenly coated with the dry rub.
- Arrange the wings skin side up on the prepared wire rack and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, flip the wings and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until they are crispy and fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 184 kcal