Ingredients
Wings and Coating
- 18-24 chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2-3 cloves fresh garlic, minced or crushed
- 2 tablespoons flat parsley, chopped
- ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- ⅓ cup shaker parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and set aside.
- Dry Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels, pressing and blotting any excess moisture from the skin for enhanced crispiness.
- Coat Wings: In a medium bowl, combine cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss the wings in this mixture in two batches, shaking off any excess coating.
- Arrange Wings: Place the coated wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch for even cooking.
- Bake Wings: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Broil for Crispness: Set oven to broil and broil the wings 2-3 minutes per side to achieve a golden, crispy finish. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Rest Wings: Remove from oven and let the wings rest for 5 minutes; carryover cooking will bring them to the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prepare Garlic Parmesan Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped parsley, and kosher salt. Stir until melted and fragrant, then remove from heat.
- Finish Sauce: Let the butter mixture cool for 3-4 minutes before stirring in the parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Toss or Drizzle Wings: Toss the baked wings in the garlic parmesan sauce in a large bowl or drizzle the sauce over the wings on a serving platter.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while warm. Optionally, return to comments to share your experience.
Notes
- Patting the wings dry is essential for crispy skin.
- Broiling time may vary by oven; watch closely to avoid burning.
- Red pepper flakes are optional for a mild heat; omit if sensitive to spice.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor in the sauce.
- Letting the wings rest after baking ensures juicy, safe-to-eat wings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American