Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the fiery goodness of Oven Baked Louisiana Hot Wings! Perfectly crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside, these wings are an absolute crowd-pleaser for game days, parties, or any casual gathering. With just a handful of ingredients and a little bit of time, you can whip up a batch that rivals your favorite restaurant’s wings. So, are you ready to elevate your snacking game? Dive into this recipe and discover the secret to making the ultimate hot wings right in your own kitchen!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top to ensure crispy wings all around.
- Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving crispy skin during baking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk thoroughly to create a consistent marinade.
- Add the chicken wings to the marinade and toss until each wing is evenly coated with the sauce mixture.
- Arrange the wings on the wire rack, ensuring they are not touching each other. This allows hot air to circulate and promotes even cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning the wings halfway through cooking to ensure uniform crispiness.
- Check the internal temperature of the wings with a meat thermometer. They should reach 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Remove from the oven and let the wings rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and helps maintain moisture.
- Optional: Brush with additional hot sauce for extra heat before serving.
- Serve hot with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and blue cheese or ranch dressing on the side.
Tips
- Drying is Key: Make sure to pat the chicken wings completely dry before marinating. This step is essential for achieving that coveted crispy skin when baking.
- Use a Wire Rack: Elevating the wings on a wire rack allows hot air to circulate around them, ensuring even cooking and maximum crispiness. If you don’t have a wire rack, you can create one using a cooling rack placed on top of a baking sheet.
- Marinate Well: Give the wings plenty of time to soak up the marinade. Toss them thoroughly to ensure every wing is coated, and consider letting them marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour for even more flavor.
- Monitor Cooking Time: Keep an eye on the wings as they bake. Ovens can vary, so check them a few minutes before the recommended cooking time to avoid overcooking.
- Rest Before Serving: Allow the wings to rest for about 5 minutes after baking. This helps the juices redistribute, resulting in tender and juicy wings.
- Customize Your Heat: If you like it hotter, feel free to add more hot sauce to the marinade or brush on extra sauce right before serving.
- Serve with Dips: Pair your hot wings with classic sides like celery and carrot sticks, along with blue cheese or ranch dressing for dipping. It balances the heat and adds a refreshing crunch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 286kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 24g
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 123mg
