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Crispy baked chicken pieces cooling on a wire rack with golden skin

Crispy Baked Chicken (Oven “Fried” & Wings Edition)


  • Author: Mia Lewis
  • Total Time: 40–55 min
  • Yield: 4–6

Description

A foolproof method for crispy baked (aka oven fried) chicken — works for wings, thighs, and more.


Ingredients

  • Chicken pieces

  • Baking powder

  • Salt & pepper

  • Paprika

  • Garlic powder

  • Onion powder

  • (Optional) Parmesan, cornmeal, cayenne

  • Oil or cooking spray


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 °F / 220 °C.

  • Dry chicken thoroughly.

  • Mix seasonings + baking powder; coat chicken.

  • Optionally add Parmesan or cornmeal.

  • Place on wire rack, spray lightly.

  • Bake ~35–45 min (wings ~25–30).

  • Flip/move halfway; finish until 165 °F / 74 °C inside.

  • Rest 5 mins, then serve.

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 30–45 min
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked / Oven Fried
  • Cuisine: American Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece (≈180 g)
  • Calories: 290 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 2.5 g
  • Protein: 33 g