Baked Hot Wings
These Baked Hot Wings are crispy, flavorful, and perfect for game day or cozy nights in. Easy to make with a spicy-sweet sauce that everyone loves!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 lbs chicken wings fresh or frozen (thawed)
- 2 tablespoons baking powder for ultra-crispy texture
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper for seasoning
- 1 cup hot sauce Frank's recommended
- 2 tablespoons molasses adds sweetness to balance heat
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted or salted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure crispy wings.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken wings, baking powder, and ground black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Place a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Arrange the coated wings in a single layer on the rack without touching.
- Bake wings for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
- While wings bake, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add hot sauce and molasses, stirring to combine. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Remove wings from oven and place in a large bowl. Drizzle sauce over wings and toss gently to coat evenly. Serve immediately.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Wire Rack
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Spoons
- Kitchen tongs
Notes
- Pat wings dry before coating to maximize crispiness.
- Experiment with different hot sauces for varied flavor.
- Let wings rest a few minutes after baking before tossing in sauce for better coating.
- Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing to balance the heat.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F for best results.