Crispy Cajun Chicken Wings
These Cajun chicken wings are the ultimate party wings — spicy, crispy, and packed with flavor. Learn how to make the best wings using simple ingredients and the right cooking methods for juicy chicken with crispy skin every time. Great for game days, BBQs, or your next party.
Servings: 6
Calories: 353kcal
Equipment
- Paper towel
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Chicken wings
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 tbsp Cajun spice
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
Cajun Spice Mix
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1/2 tsp White pepper
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Or prep your air fryer basket if using an air fryer.2. Pat your wings dry with a paper towel. This is key to getting crispy skin.In a large bowl, combine spices: cajun spice mix or garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper, salt, and a touch of apple cider vinegar3. .Add olive oil and toss wings in the mixture until coated. You can use a small bowl to mix your homemade Cajun seasoning first.4. For oven-baked wings, place wings in a single layer on a wire rack over a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. This allows airflow for crispy wings.5. Bake for approximately 40-45 minutes, flipping the dish halfway through the baking time for optimal results. The internal temperature should hit 165 degrees F. For air frying, place wings in the basket in a single layer. Air fry at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.6. Serve hot wings with your favorite dipping sauce or as-is.
Nutrition
Calories: 353kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 288mg | Potassium: 335mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3123IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg