Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings In The Oven

Ingredients

• 2 lb Chicken Wings (fresh or thawed, pat dry)
• 1 Tbsp Baking Powder (ensures extra crispiness, not baking soda)
• 4 tsp Garlic Powder (1 tsp for dry rub, 3 tsp for sauce)
• 1.5 tsp Black Pepper (ground)
• 0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika (adds subtle smoky flavor)
• 0.5 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Kosher Salt
• 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes for easy melting)
• 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise (regular or light)
• 1.5 Tbsp Light Corn Syrup
• 0.75 tsp Ground Oregano
• 0.5 tsp Red Chili Flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 tsp Fresh Basil (dried or fresh, chopped)
• 2 cloves Minced Garlic (fresh, minced)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it fully preheat.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

2. Make Dry Seasoning

   In a small bowl combine 1 Tbsp baking powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp black pepper, 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp onion powder, and 1 tsp kosher salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

   Time: PT5M

3. Season the Wings

   Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss them in a large bowl with the dry seasoning until every piece is lightly coated.

   Time: PT5M

4. Prepare Baking Sheet

   Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray the foil generously with cooking spray. Place a wire rack on top of the foil.

   Time: PT3M

5. Arrange Wings

   Lay the seasoned wings on the rack, spacing them about ½ to 1 inch apart so they don’t touch.

   Time: PT3M

6. Bake Wings

   Place the sheet in the oven and bake for 40–50 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through (around the 20‑minute mark) for even browning.

   Time: PT45M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Sauté Garlic in Butter

   While the wings bake, melt 0.25 cup butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, then remove from heat.

   Time: PT2M

8. Prepare Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce

   In a mixing bowl combine the garlic‑butter mixture, 0.5 cup grated Parmesan, 3 tsp garlic powder, 0.75 tsp ground oregano, 1.5 Tbsp light corn syrup, 0.5 cup mayonnaise, 0.5 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp black pepper, 0.5 tsp red chili flakes (optional), and 1 tsp chopped basil. Whisk until smooth.

   Time: PT5M

9. Combine Wings and Sauce

   When the wings are golden and crispy, remove them from the oven and transfer to a large bowl. Pour the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce over the wings and toss until every piece is fully coated.

   Time: PT5M

10. Serve

    Arrange the coated wings on a serving platter and enjoy while hot.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

15 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

0 g