Description
These New Orleans Chicken Wings are a spicy and flavorful twist on classic chicken wings. Baked to crispy perfection and seasoned with Cajun spices, they are perfect for game day or any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings:
- 2 pounds chicken wings, split and tips removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare the wings: Pat the chicken wings dry, place in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat.
- Season the wings: In a small bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
- Bake: Arrange the wings on the baking sheet and bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
- Broil: For extra crispiness, broil for 2–3 minutes.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle with hot sauce if desired, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- These wings are delicious with ranch or blue cheese dip.
- To air fry, cook at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5–6 wings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
