Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for baking whole chicken wings, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.
Whole Chicken Wings – These include the drumette, flat (aka wingette), and tip. You can use the same spices and method for wings and drumettes separately instead of whole wings. Olive Oil – You can use avocado oil as well. Seasoning – Onion powder, sea salt, garlic powder, black pepper, dried basil, dried oregano, brown sugar (optional; I used Besti Brown), regular or smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. You could also use buffalo sauce like I did in my buffalo chicken wings recipe.
How To Bake Whole Chicken Wings
This section shows how to make whole chicken wings, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card. This is the secret ingredient I use for extra crispy air fryer chicken wings, because it helps to dry out the skin so that it gets crisp. If you want to use baking powder, add 1 teaspoon per pound of wings to the seasoning mixture.
How Long To Bake Whole Chicken Wings?
Bake whole chicken wings for 35-40 minutes. This amount of time cooks the meat to a juicy perfection, while crisping up the outside just right.
What Temp To Bake Whole Chicken Wings?
Baking whole wings at 450 degrees F ensures juicy, tender meat with a crispy outer layer.
Storage Instructions
Store: Cool completely and place in an airtight container or a zip lock bag. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat: Place wings on a baking sheet and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees F, until heated through. For extra crispness, uncover the wings halfway through baking time. Freeze: Place cooled wings in an airtight container or zip lock bag, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in your refrigerator before reheating.
What To Serve With Whole Chicken Wings
These oven baked whole chicken wings can work as an appetizer, main dish, or side! Here are a few of my favorite ways to serve them: To cook them even faster, cook the whole chicken wings in the air fryer instead. They will take about 20 minutes at 400 degrees F, flipping halfway through.
Dipping Sauces – Blue cheese dressing, buffalo sauce (or other hot sauce), and ranch dressing are classic dipping sauces. Raw Veggies – Wings at restaurants often come with a side of carrots and celery sticks. You can also serve them with sliced cucumber, radishes, or bell pepper strips. Air Fryer Veggies – While you bake whole chicken wings in the oven, make air fryer eggplant, crispy air fryer brussels sprouts, classic air fryer french fries, or air fryer zucchini chips as a quick and easy side. Simple Salads – Crisp salads always pair well with wings! Try creamy cucumber salad or wedge salad. For a sweeter pairing, make strawberry spinach salad, or pear salad. Pizza – These appetizers make a classic pairing to pizza, but I like to make healthier cauliflower crust pizza. Other Appetizers – Pair this finger food with other classic appetizers like Rotel dip or a cheese ball with crackers or chips, zucchini pizza bites, or jalapeno poppers.
More Chicken Wing Recipes
So many delicious ways to make wings! Here are more reader favorites. These use wings and drumettes separately, but you could also use the same seasonings and method to turn them into whole chicken wing recipes. Please enter your first name for your account. Your saved recipe will also be sent to your email.
