Baked Chicken Wings and 3 Dipping Sauces - Easy Budget Recipes (2024)

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Our oven Baked Chicken Wings recipe takes about 30 minutes to make and is perfect for parties and the Big Game. We also include recipes for three different dipping sauces: Honey BBQ, Spicy Asian, and Sweet and Tangy.

Crispy Baked Chicken Wings are a must-have for every game day party. This recipe costs about $14.47 for 8 servings with three different sauces. That works out to be just $1.81 per serving.

We recommend our Classic Cheese Ball, Rotel Sausage Dip, and our Mozzarella Cheese Sticksfor more game day recipes.

Baked Chicken Wings

Chicken Wings are a favorite at every party or game day party. But they can be a hassle to make if you are frying them. With this recipe, you get the same great taste without the hassle or calories! That is where these Oven Baked Chicken Wings come in.

These wings are easy to make, healthier than fried wings, and they are seasoned to perfection. Baking them in the oven gives you a crispy outside with a juicy and tender inside.

Our recipe below includes 3 different sauces. You really only need one. If you choose to make all three, it would be best to halve each recipe.

We love making these crispy, juicy, flavorful Oven Baked Chicken Wings not only for a big game day party but also as the main dish for a weeknight meal, a potluck, or as an appetizer for any occasion.

How long to bake chicken wings at 400?

Bake the chicken wings for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown at 400 degrees F.

Do I put sauce on wings before or after baking?

Look at the texture of the chicken. If it is still jiggly or has a rubbery or shiny appearance, then the chicken is not done yet. If there is any red juice coming from the chicken, that is another way to tell that it is not done cooking yet. The most accurate way to tell if the wings are done is to use an instant-read thermometer. The internal temperature of the wings should be 165 degrees F.

How to Bake Chicken Wings:

STEP ONE:First, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Then line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

STEPS TWO AND THREE: Next, mix the spices in a small bowl. Clean the wings before adding them to a large bowl.

STEP FOUR:Drizzle oil over the wings. Then place the wings on the baking sheet.

STEP FIVE: Sprinkle both sides of the wings with the seasoning mix. Bake for 25-30 minutes.

STEP SIX: Finally, mix the sauces in bowls. Serve immediately when wings are done baking.

Cook’s Tools:

• small mixing bowl
• measuring cups
• large mixing bowl
• measuring spoons
• baking sheet
• mixing spoon
• serving bowls

How much will this Baked Chicken Wings recipe cost to make:

We have included recipe costs separately for the chicken wings and the three different sauces. You really only need 1 dipping sauce for all of the wings. If you choose to serve more than one cause with the wings, we suggest you halve the sauce recipes.

RECIPE COST: $9.74

PRICE PER SERVING: $1.22

• 4 pounds chicken wings –$9.26
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder –$0.01
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt –$0.02
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil –$0.28
• 1 teaspoon paprika –$0.03
• 1 teaspoon seasoned salt –$0.06
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley –$0.05
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper – $0.03

See Also

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HONEY BBQ SAUCE RECIPE COST: $2.09

PRICE PER SERVING: $0.27

• 1/4 cup honey –$0.33
• 3/4 cup ketchup –$1.32
• 1/2 cup brown sugar –$0.22
• 1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vinegar – $0.02
• 2 Tablespoons lemon juice –$0.14
• 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce – $0.06

SWEET AND TANGY SAUCE RECIPE COST: $1.72

PRICE PER SERVING: $0.22

• 3/4 cup ketchup –$1.32
• 1 ½ Tablespoon Sriracha sauce – $0.03
• 2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar –$0.12
• 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce –$0.06
• 2 Tablespoons brown sugar –$0.06
• 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard –$0.08
• 1 clove garlic – $0.05

SPICY ASIAN SAUCE RECIPE COST: $0.92

PRICE PER SERVING: $0.12

• 1 clove garlic – $0.05
• 1 jalapeno pepper –$0.20
• 1/4 cup honey –$0.33
• 1 Tablespoon fresh ginger –$0.02
• 1/4 cup soy sauce –$0.18
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil –$0.14

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The Flavor and Recipe Variations

You can also use your favorite BBQ sauce, Ranch dressing, or Buffalo wings sauce to dip these Chicken Wings into. Our dipping sauce recipes are merely suggestions.

How long is it good for:

Serve:You can keep these at room temperature for up to 2 hours before they will need to be refrigerated.

Store:Keep the wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Freeze: Once the wings have cooled, place them in a freezer-safe container or freezer-safe Ziploc bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.

How to get the kids involved with this recipe:

Ages 2-3: Let your little one help mix the spice mixture. He/she can then help sprinkle it over the wings.

Ages 4-5:Have your child help clean the wings, drizzle with oil, and place them on the baking sheet. This is a great opportunity to teach young kids kitchen safety on handling raw meat. Teach concepts such as not eating raw meat and washing your hands really well before and after handling raw meat.

Ages 6-8: They can help you make the sauces. Let them measure out the ingredients and mix them.

Ages 9-11: Supervise them while they prepare the entire recipe. Remember to have them read it twice before beginning the recipe.

Ages 12+: Let them prepare the entire recipe, unsupervised, while you do the happy dance in the corner!

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