2poundsfresh chicken wingsI used whole wings and cut them into pieces (drumettes, wingettes and dispose of tips), best if not frozen
2teaspoonspaprika(I liked smoked paprika)
1teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoononion powder
1teaspoonsalt
1teaspoonblack pepper
1teaspoonchili powder
⅓cupflour
For the hot sauce:
¼cupsalted buttermelted
¼cuphot sauceFrank's RedHot Sauce is a great option
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil.
Cut the butter into thin slices and place on the line cookie sheet. Set aside.
Cut your chicken pieces as needed. You are going to separate the chicken pieces at the joint and trim off the tip of the wing (discard tip). This makes for the smaller hot wings pieces of meat like you'd get at a restaurant. Here's a short video on how to cut your chicken pieces.
In a large zip lock bag, place the chicken wings and sprinkle the spices: paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, ground black pepper, and chili powder. Close the bag and toss around to cover all chicken wings evenly with the spices.
Add the flour and massage the bag so it evenly coats the wings.
Place the chicken wings on a single layer, leaving room enough around them on the cookie sheet.
Bake in the preheat for 30 minutes, flip, and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 175 to 185 degrees F.
While the chicken wings are cooking, mix in a medium bowl the butter, and hot sauce. Mix until combined.
Once the chicken wings are cooked, place them in a large bowl and pour the sauce over them. Toss using 2 large forks until all chicken wings are coated with the sauce.
Place the wings back on the cookie sheet and cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
Let the wings rest for 2 to 3 minutes.
Serve hot and Enjoy!
Notes
Do I need to line my cookie sheet with aluminum foil? No, however, it makes cleaning a lot easier.
Favorite dips for chicken wings: Ranch, avocado ranch, honey mustard
Storage: Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
To re-warm: Place them into the air fryer at 380 degrees F for 3 to 4 minutes.
Have fun with the recipe: Add some honey or maple syrup to the hot sauce. Omit the Chili powder and add some lemon pepper to the rub.
There's a variety of hot sauces you can use, Frank's RedHot Sauce is that signature buffalo hot wings sauce that most people use. It's vinegary and the flavor most people are expecting when they thing of hot wings.