The Best Baked Wings

These are my favorite baked wings. Always easy, and always delicious. And great for feeding a crowd!

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If you love chicken wings but don’t love the mess, splatter, and extra oil that comes with deep frying, you’ve come to the right place. Welcome to my ultimate roundup of the best baked wings!

The Best Baked Wings

Baked wings are my go-to for so many reasons. You get all that juicy, tender chicken and big, bold flavor without having to stand over a hot pot of oil. Just season, arrange them on a pan, and let your oven do all the work. That means easy prep, super easy cleanup, and perfectly cooked wings every single time. It’s my favorite hands-off way to make wings that are still packed with flavor.

Lots Of Choices

What I love most about this collection is the variety. I’m talking about everything from classic comfort to creative twists you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re craving the zesty kick of my Baked Spicy Buffalo Ranch Wings, the sticky-sweet glaze of my Crispy Baked Honey BBQ and Baked Hoisin Wings, the savory goodness of Baked Garlic Parmesan and Garlic Butter Wings, or something a little more adventurous like Baked Taco Wings, Coconut Mango Wings, and Salsa Verde Wings — there’s a baked wing here for every mood, every game day, and every crowd.

And yes, you CAN get amazing texture in the oven. My best tips for that perfect bite-through skin? Use a wire rack over a sheet pan so the heat circulates, don’t overcrowd the pan, and bake them hot. No deep fryer needed.

This list is perfect for feeding a crowd, too. Whether it’s football Sunday, a family cookout, a potluck, or just a weeknight when everyone wants something fun for dinner, these oven-baked wings scale up beautifully. Make one flavor or make three — they all disappear fast.

Let’s Get To It!

I’ve been testing and perfecting baked wing recipes for years, and these are some of my favorites. Check back often, because I’m always in the kitchen finding new baked wing ideas, flavor combinations, and sauces to add!

The List

1
Baked Spicy Buffalo Ranch Wings
Baked Spicy Buffalo Ranch Wings
Use a hotter hot sauce for more kick.
Check out this recipe
2
Baked Hoisin Wings
Baked Hoisin Wings
You won't find crunchy skin here, but it does have a clean bite-through and great flavor.
Check out this recipe
3
Baked Buttermilk Wings
Baked Buttermilk Wings
Tender and delicious baked wings.
Check out this recipe
4
Baked Garlic and Onion Wings
Baked Garlic and Onion Wings
Put them in the pan and let them bake undisturbed for the full 40 minutes.
Check out this recipe
5
Crispy Baked Honey BBQ Wings
Crispy Baked Honey BBQ Wings
This recipe scales really easily.
Check out this recipe
6
Baked Wings with Garlic Butter Sauce
Baked Wings with Garlic Butter Sauce
Garlicky buttery goodness!
Check out this recipe
7
Baked Taco Wings
Baked Taco Wings
The coating on these baked taco wings is pretty delicate, so be careful when flipping them.
Check out this recipe
8
The Best Citrus- and Fruit-Flavored Wings
Baked Coconut Mango Wings
I thought these baked coconut wings were delicious. I loved them.
Check out this recipe
9
Baked Garlic Parmesan Wings
Baked Garlic Parmesan Wings
Make sure you shake off any excess butter after dipping the wings.
Check out this recipe
10
Baked Salsa Verde Wings
Baked Salsa Verde Wings
If you have any juices on the baking dish as the wings cook, brush it back onto the wings for extra flavor.
Check out this recipe

Also check out my list of the best deep-fried wings.