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Crispy Game Day Wings Three Ways

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A simple and satisfying recipe for crispy baked chicken wings with three distinct sauces: Buffalo, Honey BBQ, and Garlic Parmesan. Perfect for game day or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free, not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • Buffalo Sauce:
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Honey BBQ Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (e.g., Sweet Baby Ray’s)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Garlic Parmesan Sauce:
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, toss wings with 1 tablespoon baking powder and 1 teaspoon salt until evenly coated.
  3. Set a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet and lightly oil it.
  4. Arrange wings in a single layer on the wire rack, leaving space between each wing.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake wings for 20 minutes.
  6. Flip wings over and bake for another 20-25 minutes until skin is golden brown and crispy.
  7. While wings bake, prepare sauces in separate bowls: whisk melted butter, hot sauce, and garlic powder for Buffalo; mix BBQ sauce, honey, and smoked paprika for Honey BBQ; combine melted butter, grated Parmesan, and minced garlic for Garlic Parmesan.
  8. When wings are done, transfer to a large bowl and toss with your choice of sauce using tongs to coat evenly without drowning the wings.
  9. For Garlic Parmesan wings, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top.
  10. Serve immediately with celery sticks and your favorite dipping sauces such as blue cheese or ranch.

Notes

Use aluminum-free baking powder to achieve crispy skin; do not substitute with baking soda. Pat wings dry thoroughly before coating. Baking on a wire rack ensures even crispiness. Toss wings in sauce immediately after baking to maintain crispiness. Wings can be baked ahead and reheated under the broiler to regain crispiness. Avoid microwaving leftovers to prevent sogginess.

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