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Cajun Garlic Chicken Wings

Crispy Cajun Garlic Chicken Wings That'll Wow Your Guests

These Cajun Garlic Chicken Wings blend spices and garlic for an irresistible flavor, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings can substitute with drumettes or boneless chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or plant-based oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning can be made from scratch
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika works if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional, adjust for spice level
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves fresh, minced
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter can swap with plant-based butter
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley optional, for garnish
For Serving
  • 1 cup Celery Sticks for crunch
  • 1 cup Carrot Sticks for crunch
  • 1 cup Dips like ranch or blue cheese
  • 2 cups Roasted Potato Wedges for pairing

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • wire rack
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cajun Garlic Chicken Wings
  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place a wire rack on top for optimal crispiness.
  2. Using paper towels, pat your chicken wings dry to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss the wings in this mixture.
  4. Spread the seasoned wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Roast the wings for 35-40 minutes, flipping them halfway through for even cooking.
  6. Melt butter in a pan, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. This will be your garlic butter.
  7. Toss the wings with warm garlic butter once they are out of the oven, and sprinkle with parsley if desired.
  8. Serve hot with celery and carrot sticks and your favorite dips.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Refrigerating the coated wings for 1-2 hours before baking enhances crispiness. For air fryer, set at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, shaking halfway.

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