Crispy Oven Baked Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Wings
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These crispy oven-baked garlic-parmesan chicken wings are so good that your guests will never believe they didn’t come right out of the deep fryer. With a deliciously crispy skin that’s bursting with garlic and parmesan flavor on top of the juiciest meat, you’ll want to keep this surprisingly healthier version in your recipe box for sure!
Just looking at these pictures brings back the fondest memories of devouring these tasty morsels for the first time. So crispy and juicy, with savory garlic and sharp parmesan flavors. So good!
I dipped these in a ranch dressing (because it was already in my fridge), but I would also recommend Italian dressing or even your own garlic aioli creation. You could also get away with no dip at all. The flavors here really don’t need it, it’s just something extra.
I really meant to take pictures of these chicken wings the first time I made them. I really did. I was so looking forward to sharing them with all of you lovely readers. Unfortunately, they were just eaten too fast.
It’s a shame, really, that I had to make a second batch. I mean, how many chicken wings can one person eat?
The answer to that question is a lot. Especially when they’re this good.
In fact, I even had a chance to pack up a big batch of these to share with a group of friends recently, who seemed to enjoy them as much as I did. I usually assume they’re good when 48 wings disappear in the first hour.
They’re so easy to make, too! Which is great, considering football season is right around the corner, which means football parties. Bring on the pub food recipes!
The trick to getting these chicken wings crispy is all in the parboil, or Part 1 of the recipe. You could throw these directly into the oven, and they will crisp up a bit. But you won’t get that OMG CRISPY! skin, and the complex flavor the seasoned water gives, without the parboil. Trust me on this one, don’t skip this step.
One of my favorite parts about this particular chicken wings recipe is that they are baked and not deep fried. Don’t get me wrong, deep frying certainly has its place in the world. To me, that place is in pubs, restaurants or snack stands at sporting events.
I’m just not a big fan of deep frying foods in my own home. Fried foods are delicious, but they’re just not healthy for you, which makes them a once-in-a-while food. Also, cleaning out the pan you used to fry in is a giant pain!
So, why do that when you can get all of the flavor and crispness from your oven?
If you like this recipe, be sure to check out my Baked Herb & Garlic Chicken Drumsticks!
So, without further adieu, I give you Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings!
Crispy Oven Baked Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Wings
Ingredients
Part 1: Parboiling the Wing
- 48 small chicken wing pieces, separated from joint, bone-in with skin
- 1 gallon water, to fill the pot for boiling
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup kosher salt
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tbsp cumin
- 1/2 tbsp onion powder
Part 2: Baking the Wings
- 1 cup parmesan, grated
- 10 cloves garlic
- 1 medium lemon, (juice only)
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp gluten free breadcrumbs, plain
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp white sugar
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
Equipment
- Stock pot
- Sheet pan
- Cooling rack
Instructions
Part 1: Boiling the Wings
- Add water to a large pot, leaving at least 4-5 inches of room from the water to the top of the pot.
- To the water add balsamic vinegar, bay leaves, salt, dried thyme, oregano, rosemary, garlic powder, cumin and onion powder. Bring this to a simmer.
- Using a large slotted spoon, add chicken wing pieces to simmering water a few at a time. Once all wings are added, stir gently for a few seconds. Once water begins to boil, reduce heat to a simmer.
- Allow wings to simmer for about 15 minutes. Once done, using a large slotted spoon, remove wings and place on a wire rack. Allow wings to rest for 15-20 minutes, giving them a chance to dry.
Part 2: Baking the Wings
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- In a food processor combine garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, basil, lemon juice and sugar. Turn food processor on to combine all ingredients into a thin paste.
- In a large mixing bowl, add garlic paste and breadcrumbs, stirring together to combine.
- Add wings to mixing bowl. Using a large spoon, toss wings until evenly coated with garlic paste. Add 1/2 cup of parmesan to and toss wings for a few more seconds.
- On a greased baking sheet, spread wings out, leaving room between each wing. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup parmesan over wings, coating evenly.
- Bake wings for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Notes
- I use a wire rack placed over a baking sheet to let wings dry. If you don't have a wire rack, you can place chicken on paper towels layered over a large baking sheet. This just gives the chicken a chance to dry, so they can hold the garlic parmesan mixture better in the next step.
- You can make the garlic puree early, but don't add the breadcrumbs until last minute, or they will become a soggy mess!
Nutrition
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Oven baked chicken wing looks absolutely delicious and the garlic flavours make it more tempting!
Thanks! I’m a big garlic-lover, it makes everything (almost) better!
You’ve won me over – I can believe these are great and will go on my menu sometime soon. Your wings look more like drumsticks to me though…
Thanks! Let me know how you like them! I guess they do look a little like drumsticks, I think that’s because we took the picture pretty close up. They were quite smaller in person. 🙂
I love wings and these look really good. Thanks for the recipe!
Thanks! I love this recipe, I hope you do, too!
Love baked chicken wings! So much healthier, and these sound fantastic!
You’ll never even guess that they aren’t fried!
I love a good chicken wing! These look and sound sooo good! I am gonna pin these and try them soon! Thanks for sharing them!
Thanks! Let me know what you think, I always appreciate the feedback! 🙂
wow these look amazing. Definitely going to try them!
Thanks! Definitely give them a try, and let me know how you like them. They’re one of my favorites!
These wings are amazing and burst with flavor! I still have a huge pack of wings in the fridge, will make these for pizza night tomorrow!
Thank you so much! I hope you like them, it’s my go-to wing recipe (so far). Let me know what you think! 🙂
This is an incredible recipe! DH and I bake wings all the time, but I’ve never tried parboiling them beforehand. I’m definitely going to give this a try ASAP.
It’s all about the parboil! Trust me, if you like crispy, this makes all the difference. Let me know what you think!
Oh I am really craving chicken wings now ! Baked parmesan chicken wings. I didn’t know about the parboil – will definitely try that. Your photos and presentation are wonderful!
My boyfriend loves chicken wings! And l love this baked version…I should totally whip him up a batch! Thanks for the inspiration!
Thanks so much, let me know if you make them! I love hearing what others think of these recipes 🙂
Awesome recipe. i have tried this. really very easy to cook ans delicious to eat. It has just increased its taste. I have earned very nice compliments from my family.
This one’s a keeper. Saving these for next week’s Meal Plan. Thanks!
Recipe and flavor is great. Mine didn’t get crispy for some reason. Followed all the steps.