Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Ingredients
For the Crispy Chicken Wings
- 2 1/2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes, wing tips removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder, aluminum-free
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil, then place an oven-safe wire rack on top. This allows air to circulate around the wings for maximum crispiness.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels. This is a crucial step for achieving crispy skin. In a large bowl, toss the dried wings with olive oil, baking powder, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Arrange the seasoned chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack, ensuring there is space between each wing. This prevents steaming and promotes crisping.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Bake the wings for 40-45 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
⏱️ 45 min•🌡️ 400
- 5
While the wings are baking, prepare the garlic Parmesan sauce. In a medium saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and cook over medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned. Remove from heat.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Stir the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, and optional red pepper flakes into the melted butter and garlic mixture. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Once the wings are cooked and crispy, transfer them immediately to a large clean bowl. Pour the garlic Parmesan sauce over the hot wings and toss gently until every wing is thoroughly coated.
⏱️ 3 min
- 8
Serve the Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings hot. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Ingredients
For the Crispy Chicken Wings
- 2 1/2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes, wing tips removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder, aluminum-free
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil, then place an oven-safe wire rack on top. This allows air to circulate around the wings for maximum crispiness.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels. This is a crucial step for achieving crispy skin. In a large bowl, toss the dried wings with olive oil, baking powder, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Arrange the seasoned chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack, ensuring there is space between each wing. This prevents steaming and promotes crisping.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Bake the wings for 40-45 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
⏱️ 45 min•🌡️ 400 - 5
While the wings are baking, prepare the garlic Parmesan sauce. In a medium saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and cook over medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned. Remove from heat.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Stir the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, and optional red pepper flakes into the melted butter and garlic mixture. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Once the wings are cooked and crispy, transfer them immediately to a large clean bowl. Pour the garlic Parmesan sauce over the hot wings and toss gently until every wing is thoroughly coated.
⏱️ 3 min - 8
Serve the Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings hot. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min