Make-Ahead Small-Batch Jumbo Chicken Wings
Whenever the craving strikes during football season, this small-batch, prep-ahead chicken wing recipe is always ready and waiting.
Ingredients
- 6jumbo party-style chicken wings (about 3/4 pound), thawed if frozen
- ½ teaspoonmontreal chicken seasoning
- ¼ teaspoongarlic powder
- ¼ teaspoononion powder
- ¼ teaspoonall-purpose seasoning
- 1 tablespoonblended oil (canola or vegetable), plus more for frying
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375 F (convection) or 400 F (conventional). Line a small baking tray with foil or parchment; use a rack if available.
- 2
Pat the wings dry with paper towels to ensure browning and a crisp texture.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine the seasonings and stir well to combine.
- 4
Lightly coat the wings in the oil and sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over wings. Toss or rub to coat thoroughly using gloves or clean hands.
- 5
Arrange wings on the baking sheet in a single layer with some space between. Bake for 30 35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until wings are cooked through and starting to brown but not yet crispy.
- 6
Let cool completely before storing. Refrigerate in a covered container up to 3 days or freeze for future use.
- 7
When ready to serve, heat a pot with about 2 inches of oil to 350 F.
- 8
Place the wings in the hot oil and fry for 3 to 5 minutes, until golden and crisp.