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A close-up of perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken wings seasoned with herbs, served with a side of dipping sauce.

How to Make Chicken Wings Recipes Like a Pro (2025)

Learn how to make crispy, flavorful chicken wings like a pro. This recipe uses a simple spice rub and baking technique for perfect results every time.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 4 pounds party chicken wings separated pieces
For the Spice Rub
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest from 1 medium lemon
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning plus 1 teaspoon
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt optional, if lemon pepper seasoning is unsalted
For Preparation
  • 1 cooking spray

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheets
  • wire racks
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Arrange 2 racks to divide your oven into thirds. Heat the oven to 425℉ (220℃). Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with aluminum foil. Fit a wire rack inside each baking sheet and coat the wire racks with cooking spray.
  2. Finely grate the zest of 1 medium lemon until you have 2 teaspoons. Place the zest in a large bowl. Add the baking powder, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. If your lemon pepper seasoning does not contain salt, add the kosher salt. Whisk these ingredients together to combine.
  3. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Add the dried wings to the spice mixture in the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the coated wings on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1/2-inch apart. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes total, flipping the wings every 20 minutes, until they are browned, crispy, and cooked through.
  5. Serve the chicken wings hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

If you are using whole chicken wings, cut each wing between the joints into three pieces. You can discard the wing tips or save them for making stock.
Leftover chicken wings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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