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Rows of crispy, golden-brown chicken wings and drumettes are arranged on a metal wire rack above a vibrant blue background, their textured skin perfectly seasoned—just what you’d expect when following tips for how long to bake chicken wings at 400.
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How Long to Bake Chicken Wings at 400°F

Wondering how long to bake chicken wings at 400°F? Learn the simple method for crispy oven baked buffalo wings in about 40 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 602kcal
Author: Mimi Harrison

Ingredients

  • 2 kg chicken wings
  • 3 tbsp cornflour
  • 5 tbsp buffalo franks hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & Pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Metric - US Standard

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F / 205°C.
  • Pat the chicken wings with paper towel to remove any excess moisture, then add to a large mixing bowl and coat in cornflour, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
  • Next, add the Frank's hot sauce, olive oil and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Use tongs to ensure everything is incorporated.
  • Place the wings on a wired rack over a baking sheet and pop in the oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the wings reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Allow the wings to rest for 5 minutes before tucking in.

Notes

  • If you have time, marinade the chicken wings in the seasoning/hot sauce for a couple of hours before cooking. This isn’t necessary but it’s an added bonus! 
  • Cook on a wire rack in a baking tray to get the best crispy exterior. 
  • I remove the tips before coating & cooking to reduce the space taken in tray, to ensure maximum colour by having them evenly spaced out.

Nutrition

Calories: 602kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g