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A pile of golden-brown, crispy fried chicken wings seasoned with pepper, served with a small dish of dipping sauce.

The Ultimate Chicken Wings Recipes Guide for Beginners

Learn how to make delicious chicken wings at home, perfect for beginners. This guide will help you impress your friends and family with crispy, flavorful wings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
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
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps them get crispy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
  3. Add the dried chicken wings to the bowl with the flour mixture. Toss until the wings are evenly coated.
  4. Heat the canola oil in a deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Carefully add the coated chicken wings to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the fryer. Fry in batches if necessary.
  6. Fry the wings for about 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove the wings from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt.
  8. Toss the crispy wings with your favorite sauce and serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe provides the foundation for making crispy chicken wings. Feel free to experiment with different sauces and seasonings after the wings are fried and drained.

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