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Game Day Chicken Wings

A close-up of a pile of glossy, seasoned chicken wings, garnished with fresh parsley.

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Score big with these crowd-pleasing chicken wings, perfect for game day and easy to enjoy while cheering on your team.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup your favorite wing sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 40-50 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a clean bowl, toss the hot, cooked wings with your favorite wing sauce until well coated.
  6. Transfer the sauced wings to a serving platter.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For crispier wings, you can bake them at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Serve with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for a complete game day snack.
  • Consider this recipe as a great alternative to meal planning services when you need a quick, satisfying snack.

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