better baked wings

In honor of the Superbowl, I'm posting a recipe for baked wings that is supremely easy and you actually get really super crispy wings. I am a food nerd, which means I read articles like this one and simplify them. But read the article if you're interested in more in-depth stuff. I was a doubter but as it turns out, making baked wings takes little effort and gives you lovely, lighter game-day snacks!

baked wings

 

1.5-2 lbs chicken wings, cut into those 2 pieces so they look right
scant 1 teaspoon baking powder
scant 1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon of your favorite mixed dried herbs (if you want - I use a sprinkle of garlic powder & cayenne)

 

 

The night before:

Toss all the ingredients together for an even coat. Put the wings on a rack and leave in fridge, uncovered. This way, the baking powder helps dry out the wings and the seasoning has time to flavor the meat.

The day of:

Put an oven rack to the upper-middle position and preheat oven to 450 - I use my toaster oven because it has a convection oven, which makes them even crispier.

Cook the tray of wings for 15-20 minutes, until super crisp and golden. Flip em and cook another 15-20 minutes.

Toss w/ your favorite sauce - the buffalo one is usually 1/2 cup hot sauce + 1/4 cup butter, melted in a pan. I like them just plain.