Description
Get ready to indulge in these irresistibly crispy Cajun Spiced Chicken Wings! Perfect for any occasion, from game nights to casual weeknight dinners, these wings are packed with bold flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds. With a smoky and garlicky kick, they bring the zest of Cajun cuisine right to your table. Thanks to a unique baking technique, you can achieve that perfect crunch without frying, making them a healthier alternative. Serve them up with fresh veggies and your favorite dipping sauce for a complete experience that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds split chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 3 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons butter (or vegan butter)
- ¼ cup Crystals hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
- Freshly chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with foil. Place a wire rack on top.
- Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels; this helps them crisp up.
- In a large bowl, combine wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, and thyme until evenly coated.
- Arrange seasoned wings in a single layer on the wire rack.
- Bake for 20 minutes; flip wings and bake for another 20 minutes. Flip again and bake an additional 5–10 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in hot sauce and coconut aminos; simmer for about five minutes.
- Toss baked wings in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wings (160g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg