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Best Fried Chicken Wings Recipe – Extra Crispy & Flavorful 🍗🔥
✔️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
✔️ Cook Time: 15 minutes
✔️ Total Time: 30 minutes
✔️ Servings: 4-6
✔️ Category: Appetizer, Main Course
✔️ Cuisine: American, Southern
Make the best fried chicken wings with this easy and crispy recipe! Perfectly seasoned, golden-brown wings that are juicy on the inside and crunchy on the outside.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes & flats)
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 tsp baking powder (for extra crispiness)
For the Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch (helps make it crispier)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
For Frying:
- 3-4 cups vegetable oil (or peanut oil for best flavor)
Instructions
1. Prep the Chicken Wings
- Pat dry the chicken wings with paper towels to remove excess moisture (this helps them get crispy).
- In a bowl, mix the wings with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne (if using), and baking powder.
- Let them sit for 10 minutes while preparing the coating.
2. Make the Crispy Coating
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Dredge each wing in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
3. Heat the Oil
- In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- To test, drop a small piece of batter in the oil—it should sizzle immediately.
4. Fry the Wings
- Fry the wings in batches (do not overcrowd) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Wings should be golden brown and crispy. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temp of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove wings and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce (ranch, blue cheese, BBQ, or buffalo sauce).
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – 4 wings)
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
Pro Tips & Variations
✔ Extra Crispy: Double fry! Fry once at 325°F for 6 minutes, then again at 375°F for 2-3 minutes.
✔ Spicy Kick: Add hot sauce or sriracha to the seasoning mix.
✔ Air Fryer Option: Cook at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
✔ Sauced Wings: Toss in Buffalo Sauce, Honey Garlic, or Korean Gochujang sauce for flavor variations.
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✅ Easy Deep-Fried Chicken Wings
✅ Crunchy Chicken Wings with Flour Coating
WATCH VIDEO - Step-by-step video tutorial for making Crispy Fried Chicken Wings.
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