Description
Savor the flavors of Cajun Garlic Chicken Wings, a spicy, crispy delight perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1200 grams chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 large cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set a wire rack on top if available.
- Pat dry the chicken wings using paper towels to reduce moisture.
- Combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
- Toss the wings thoroughly in the spice mixture.
- Arrange the wings on the wire rack or baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring space between each wing.
- Roast the wings for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
- Melt the butter in a pan over low heat, add minced garlic, and cook gently until fragrant.
- Toss the hot wings in a bowl with the garlic butter.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to taste for desired spiciness.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Cajun Garlic Chicken Wings