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A plate of golden-brown, crispy fried chicken wings, perfect for beginners, with a small bowl of dipping sauce in the background.

The Ultimate Chicken Wings Recipes Guide for Beginners

This guide is for busy individuals and families who love flavorful meals but struggle to find the time to prepare them daily. It offers easy and delicious chicken wings recipes that can be prepped in advance without sacrificing taste, making weeknight dinners a breeze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Frying
  • 6 cups canola oil for deep-frying
For the Wings
  • 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

  • Deep fryer
  • Large bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps them crisp up.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of the kosher salt. Toss the chicken wings in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
  3. Heat the canola oil in a deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Carefully add the chicken wings to the hot oil, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the fryer. Fry for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Remove the wings from the oil and place them on a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt.
  6. Let the wings rest for about 10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute.

Notes

You can prepare the dry rub and coat the wings ahead of time. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before frying. For oven-baked wings, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 35-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.

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