Description
Homemade Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings are the ultimate crispy snack that will elevate any gathering. These wings are juicy, perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, and deliver an irresistible crunch with every bite. Whether you choose to bake or fry, this simple recipe guarantees a delicious experience reminiscent of summer barbecues and fun game nights. Perfect for sharing, these wings will have everyone reaching for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the wings with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
- For baking, arrange the wings in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and crispy. For frying, carefully add the wings in batches to the hot oil and fry for 8-10 minutes until cooked through.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels if frying. Serve hot on a platter, optionally drizzled with extra seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wings (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg