Baked White Pepper Chicken Wings
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
346 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese-American Fussion
Baked White Pepper Chicken Wings
Description
This recipe starts by marinating whole chicken wings in a blend of white pepper, salt, vegetable oil, and optionally Sichuan peppercorn powder, which imparts a distinctive numbing spice. The marinade lasts from 20 minutes to a day, allowing the flavors to penetrate. A seasoned flour and cornstarch mixture thickly coats the wings, contributing to a crunchy exterior after baking. Using the marinade bowl to coat the wings helps the flour adhere evenly.
Baking at a high temperature ensures the wings cook through and the coating crisps without deep frying. Brushing the wings with oil before baking promotes browning and texture. Flipping halfway ensures even crispness. The result is wings with a crunchy, pepper-spiced crust and juicy interior.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken wings about 14 wings, whole
- 1-2 tablespoons white pepper divided, powder
- 2 teaspoons salt (divided)
- 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorn optional, powder
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil (plus more for brushing)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
Instructions
- In a large bowl, marinate the chicken wings with ½ - 1 tablespoon white pepper, 1½ teaspoons salt, ½ teaspoon Sichuan pepper powder (if using), and 2 teaspoons oil for at least 20 minutes or up to a day in advance.
- Next, preheat the oven to 475 degrees F/245 degrees C. Combine ½ cup flour, ¼ cup cornstarch, ½ - 1 tablespoon white pepper, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon Sichuan peppercorn powder (if using).
- Toss the chicken wings in the flour mixture, adding a few handfuls to the marinade bowl until the wings are thoroughly coated. Using the same bowl as the one the wings marinated in is key, as the accumulated liquid in the bowl helps the flour coat them. You may not need all the flour, so add it a handful at a time.
- Space the chicken wings evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the wings lightly with oil.
- Bake the chicken wings for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, and cooking until they’re crisp and golden. These would also be great in an air fryer! Season with salt to taste before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 346 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 346kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 865mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 180IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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