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A pile of freshly fried, golden brown chicken wings resting on a white paper towel.

The Ultimate Chicken Wings Recipes Guide for Beginners

This recipe provides a straightforward method for making crispy, flavorful chicken wings perfect for novice cooks. You can achieve great results using simple techniques suitable for game day or any casual meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For Frying and Seasoning
  • 6 cups canola oil for deep-frying
  • 2 pounds chicken wings drumettes and wings separated (about 12 pieces total)
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more as needed
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Equipment

  • Large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer
  • Wire rack
  • Large bowl
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken wings very dry using paper towels. This step helps achieve a crispier exterior.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon of the kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Add the dried chicken wings to the flour mixture. Toss until all pieces are lightly and evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
  4. Pour the canola oil into your deep pot or fryer. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
  5. Carefully add the wings to the hot oil in batches, ensuring you do not overcrowd the pot. Overcrowding lowers the oil temperature and results in soggy wings.
  6. Fry the wings for about 18 to 20 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
  7. Remove the cooked wings with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil. Immediately sprinkle the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt over the hot wings.
  8. Serve the crispy wings immediately. You can toss them in your favorite sauce after frying if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 400mg

Notes

For an extra crispy texture, you can double-fry the wings. After the first fry (about 12 minutes), remove them, let them rest for 5 minutes, and then return them to the hotter oil (around 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius) for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until very crisp.

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