The Best Crispy Baked Turkey Wings

Benefits of Baked Turkey Wings

1. Healthier Option: Baked turkey wings are significantly lower in calories and fat compared to fried wings. Also, baking eliminates excess fat, making it a leaner protein option with lower cholesterol.
2. Easy to prepare: They require minimal prep time and effort. With simple already in the pantry ingredients, you can have a meal ready in minutes. You can also experiment and with various seasonings and sauces to suit your taste. Baked wings retain moisture ensuring tender, juicy and flavourful meat. Not only are they a make-ahead option, but also freezer friendly.
3. Cost Effective: Turkey wings are an affordable protein option. Eliminates waste as opposed to a whole turkey

Ingredients;

• 2-3 pounds turkey wings
• 1 tsp salt or to taste
• 1/2 tsp chilli powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1/2 cup Sauce of choice (BBQ, hot, buffalo, honey mustard, etc.) -optional

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Rinse turkey wings and pat dry with paper towels.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine all the spices.
4. Add turkey wings to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
5. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange wings in a single layer.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until skin is crispy and golden brown.
7. Brush with sauce of choice during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
8. Remove from oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes.

The Best Crispy Baked Turkey Wings

Indulge in the ultimate easy-to-make turkey wings recipe, that perfectly balances crispiness and juiciness. Perfect for parties, family gatherings or snacks

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American, Continental

Servings 4

Calories 435 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 lb turkey wings
• 1 tsp salt or to taste
• 1/2 tsp chilli powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper optional
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce optional

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Rinse turkey wings and pat dry with paper towels.
• In a mixing bowl, combine all the spices.
• Add turkey wings to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
• Line the baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange wings in a single layer.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes or until skin is crispy and golden brown.
• Brush with sauce of choice (if using) during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
• Remove from oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving

Notes

Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe

Nutrition

Calories: 435kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 31gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 1068mgPotassium: 493mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 535IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 3mg

Keyword crispy, Easy, juicy, Snacks, tender, thanksgiving

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Tips and Variations

1. To achieve a crispier skin, increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 10-15 minutes.
2. For spicier wings, add more cayenne pepper or try different hot sauces.
3. Use honey mustard or BBQ sauce for a sweet and smoky result
4. Add lemon zest and black pepper to the seasoning mixture for a lemony flavour
5. After marinating, the wings can be frozen in a ziplock bag. When ready to cook, you can thaw it in the fridge overnight.