Description
Spicy Buffalo chicken wings deliver knockout flavor from a simple marinade and oven-baked perfection. Crispy exterior and juicy meat make these wings an irresistible crowd-pleaser you cannot resist devouring at game day or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds (900 grams) split chicken wings
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon instant chicken stock (optional)
Cooking Liquid:
- ½ cup oil
Instructions
- Craft a robust spice blend by mixing garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, Cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, and instant chicken stock in a small container.
- Transfer chicken wings to a spacious mixing bowl and thoroughly coat with oil, ensuring even distribution of the prepared spice mixture.
- Allow the seasoned wings to marinate, letting the flavors penetrate deeply. For optimal taste development, refrigerate overnight or rest at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Calibrate the oven to 450ºF (230ºC), positioning the rack centrally to guarantee uniform heat circulation.
- Prepare a rimmed baking sheet by lining it with foil or parchment paper, creating a non-stick surface for effortless cooking and cleanup.
- Carefully arrange the marinated wings on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded to promote crispy exterior.
- Reduce oven temperature to 340ºF (170ºC) immediately after placing the wings inside, creating the perfect environment for tender, golden-brown results.
- Bake for approximately 50-60 minutes, rotating the wings midway to ensure balanced cooking and consistent coloration.
- Once cooked, transfer wings to a cooling rack, allowing excess oil to drip and skin to crisp for five minutes.
- Enhance presentation by garnishing with fresh lemon slices and chopped cilantro, adding a vibrant, zesty finish to the dish.
Notes
- Marinating overnight intensifies the spice blend’s depth, creating a more complex and robust flavor profile for the chicken wings.
- Lining the baking sheet with foil or parchment paper ensures easy cleanup and prevents the wings from sticking.
- Flipping the wings midway through cooking guarantees even browning and helps achieve a crispy exterior on all sides.
- Letting the wings rest on a cooling rack after baking allows excess oil to drip away, resulting in a crunchier texture.
- The combination of spices creates a bold, Mediterranean-inspired seasoning that transforms ordinary chicken wings into a gourmet dish.
- Adjust the Cayenne pepper quantity to control the heat level, making this recipe adaptable for different spice tolerances.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 160mg