Make-Ahead Small-Batch Jumbo Chicken Wings

Make-Ahead Small-Batch Jumbo Chicken Wings

Appetizers
45 min

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. 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. 2

    Pat the wings dry with paper towels to ensure browning and a crisp texture.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, combine the seasonings and stir well to combine.

  4. 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. 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. 6

    Let cool completely before storing. Refrigerate in a covered container up to 3 days or freeze for future use.

  7. 7

    When ready to serve, heat a pot with about 2 inches of oil to 350 F.

  8. 8

    Place the wings in the hot oil and fry for 3 to 5 minutes, until golden and crisp.