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Key takeaways

Coat wings with baking powder for ultra crisp skin without deep frying.
Season simply with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika.
Pat dry, toss with avocado oil and baking powder, then bake at 425°F, flipping halfway for even crispiness.
Serve warm with dips like blue cheese or ranch; store leftovers up to 4 days and reheat in an air fryer.

Ultra Crispy Baked Chicken Wings are a must for any game day or party spread and if you’ve been wondering how to get a crispy wing without having to deep fry then I’ve got the answers you need. One simple ingredient and a simple combination of spices will give you the best, crispiest wings you’ve ever had – no deep frying required! Serve them with your favorite dip for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that won’t take a ton of your time and will be a hit with everyone!

crispy baked chicken wings with dips and carrots and celery

Ultra Crispy, Ultra Delicious Chicken Wings – No Deep Frying Required!

One simple ingredient makes these so crispy!

There’s nothing like a crispy wing and if you’ve been missing all of the crispy-ness of your favorite wings but also don’t love deep frying then this Crispy Baked Chicken Wing recipe was made for you, my friend! You get all the crispy, crunchy satisfaction of a fried wing with half the work of deep frying.

I use a simple special ingredient to get the wings as crispy as possible and the they’re coated in a super simple seasoning blend that packs in a ton of flavor while still keeping this recipe easy! Pair them with a creamy blue cheese dip or Greek yogurt ranch dip for the perfect touch. The end result is a game day worthy wing spread that everyone will love. I guarantee that no one will miss the deep frying!

— Ashlea

Key Ingredients You’ll Need

This is an overview of the main ingredients in this recipe. See the recipe card for full ingredients and instructions.

Chicken Wings: you’ll need two pounds of split chicken wings, also known as “party wings,” for this recipe.
Baking Powder: this is my secret to the crispiest wings without the need for frying!
Spices: salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika create a savory flavor with lots of depth and a touch of heat.

How to Make Easy Baked Crispy Chicken Wings in 3 Steps!

Season and bake. Pat the wings dry with paper towels, and toss them with avocado oil and baking powder, and seasonings.
Bake. Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet, and bake until the skin is golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
Serve. Transfer the crispy oven baked wings to a serving platter, and enjoy warm with celery, carrots, and your favorite dips!

Favorite Pairings

Not a fan of blue cheese? Don’t worry you’ve got a few different delicious options when it comes to sauces and dips! Try serving the wings with homemade ranch, homemade honey BBQ sauce, or buffalo sauce.

If you’re serving these for dinner then try adding a few extra sides like these crispy baked potato wedges, bacon ranch potato salad, homemade coleslaw, or air fryer buffalo cauliflower for a filling weeknight dinner.

How to Store and Reheat

Store leftover crispy oven baked wings in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

To reheat, warm leftovers in an air fryer using the ‘reheat’ function or by simply heating it to 400°F. Or, arrange the wings in an even layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, and warm them in the oven at 400°F just until they’re crispy and heated through.

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I hope you give this Crispy Baked Chicken Wings Recipe a try! The wings are golden and crispy, without any deep frying, and the simple seasoning blend makes them so flavorful! If you do give this recipe a try, I want to know! Leave a comment with a star rating below. You can also snap a photo & tag @allthehealthythings on INSTAGRAM. Your reviews help support All the Healthy Things and make it possible for me to continue to create the recipes you know and love.