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Sticky BBQ Chicken Wings Crispy Oven Style

A large pile of crispy oven-baked Sticky BBQ Chicken Wings coated in a dark, glossy sauce.
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Follow these steps to make chicken wings that are crispy from baking in the oven and coated in a thick, sticky BBQ sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup your favorite thick BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar (optional, for extra stickiness)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet.
  2. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is important for crispiness.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the dry wings with the baking powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring there is space between each piece. Do not let them touch.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Flip the wings over and bake for another 20 minutes.
  7. Increase the oven temperature to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 degrees Celsius). Bake for a final 10 to 15 minutes, or until the skin is deeply golden brown and very crispy.
  8. While the wings finish baking, combine the BBQ sauce and honey or brown sugar (if using) in a small saucepan over medium heat. Warm the sauce slightly, stirring until combined. Do not boil.
  9. Remove the crispy wings from the oven and immediately transfer them to a large bowl.
  10. Pour the warm BBQ sauce over the wings. Toss well until every wing is fully coated in the sticky glaze.
  11. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Using a wire rack allows air to circulate completely around the wings, which helps the skin crisp up evenly on all sides.
  • Do not skip drying the wings thoroughly before seasoning; excess moisture prevents crisping.
  • If your BBQ sauce is thin, simmering it for a few minutes before adding it to the wings will help it thicken and stick better.

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