Are you looking for a delicious and easy recipe to satisfy your craving for chicken wings? Look no further than these Southern baked chicken wings! With their crispy skin and juicy meat, these wings are sure to be a hit at your next party or family dinner.
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs. chicken wings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge the chicken wings in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Place the wings on a greased baking sheet, and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter and hot sauce.
- Remove the wings from the oven, and brush them with the butter and hot sauce mixture.
- Return the wings to the oven, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the wings are fully cooked.
- Remove the wings from the oven, and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
One serving of these Southern baked chicken wings (about 4-5 wings) contains approximately:
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 26g
- Fat: 31g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 1400mg
Cooking Time:
These Southern baked chicken wings take approximately 1 hour to prepare and cook.
Equipment:
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Small mixing bowl
- Basting brush
Serving Suggestions:
These Southern baked chicken wings are perfect for serving as a main dish or appetizer. They pair well with a variety of dipping sauces and sides, such as ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, and carrot sticks.
Variations:
If you prefer your wings extra spicy, you can add more hot sauce to the butter mixture. Alternatively, you can use a milder hot sauce or barbecue sauce for a less spicy version.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have all-purpose flour on hand, you can substitute with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend. You can also use boneless chicken thighs or drumsticks instead of wings.
Storage:
Leftover Southern baked chicken wings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the wings on a baking sheet and bake in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Tips:
- Make sure to shake off any excess flour from the chicken wings before placing them on the baking sheet.
- For extra crispy wings, you can broil them for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking time.
- Make sure the chicken is fully cooked before serving. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
Notes:
This recipe yields approximately 4-6 servings, depending on the size of the wings and appetite of your guests.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use frozen chicken wings?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken wings for this recipe. Just make sure to thaw them completely before dredging in the flour mixture.
What can I use instead of hot sauce?
You can use barbecue sauce, buffalo sauce, or any other type of sauce that you prefer.
Can I make these wings in an air fryer?
Yes, you can make these wings in an air fryer. Follow the same instructions for dredging in the flour mixture, and then cook in the air fryer at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, or until crispy and fully cooked.
If you’re looking for a variation on the classic Southern baked chicken wings recipe, try this lemon pepper version! With its tangy and zesty flavor, these wings are a refreshing and delicious twist on the original.
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs. chicken wings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tbsp. lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, lemon pepper seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge the chicken wings in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Place the wings on a greased baking sheet, and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter and lemon juice.
- Remove the wings from the oven, and brush them with the butter and lemon juice mixture.
- Return the wings to the oven, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the wings are fully cooked.
- Remove the wings from the oven, and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
One serving of these lemon pepper Southern baked chicken wings (about 4-5 wings) contains approximately:
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 26g
- Fat: 31g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 1400mg
Cooking Time:
These lemon pepper Southern baked chicken wings take approximately 1 hour to prepare and cook.
Equipment:
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Small mixing bowl
- Basting brush
Serving Suggestions:
These lemon pepper Southern baked chicken wings are perfect for serving as a main dish or appetizer. They pair well with a variety of dipping sauces and sides, such as ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, and carrot sticks.
Variations:
If you prefer your wings extra tangy, you can add more lemon juice to the butter mixture. Alternatively, you can use lime juice or orange juice for a different citrus flavor.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have all-purpose flour or cornstarch on hand, you can use a gluten-free flour blend or potato starch instead. You can also use boneless chicken thighs or drumsticks instead of wings.
Storage:
Leftover lemon pepper Southern baked chicken wings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the wings on a baking sheet and bake in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Tips:
- Make sure to shake off any excess flour from the chicken wings before placing them on the baking sheet.
- For extra crispy wings, you can broil them for the last 1-2 minutes of