Best Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Wings
Deliciously crispy and juicy BBQ chicken wings, baked to perfection and coated in rich BBQ sauce, ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
For the Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings, tips removed and wings split at the joint You can substitute with drumsticks.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with canola oil or melted butter.
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your choice of brand or homemade)
To Serve
- Extra BBQ sauce on the side for dipping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken wings to the bowl and toss well to coat.
- Place a baking rack over a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
- Arrange the wings on the rack in a single layer.
Cooking
- Bake the wings for 40 minutes, turning them halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and brush with BBQ sauce.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes until glossy.
Serving
- Serve the wings hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Notes
For added crunch, consider broiling the wings for a few minutes after baking. Let them rest before serving for juicier meat.