Cajun Wings Recipe
This Cajun Wings recipe uses baking powder and a Cajun seasoning blend to achieve crispy, flavorful chicken wings. The wings are first dried and coated with baking powder and seasoning, then cooked by air frying or oven baking for a crispy texture without deep frying. The method includes flipping the wings and adjusting temperature to ensure they cook through evenly and reach a safe internal temperature. The seasoning imparts a spicy, smoky flavor typical of Cajun cuisine, making these wings a savory snack or appetizer option.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- 2 Tablespoons Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- If your chicken wings aren't cut apart, cut them into flats and drumettes. Discard the wing tips.
- Pat the wings dry with paper towels and put them in a large bowl.
- Add the baking powder to the mixing bowl and toss the wings to mix.
- Add the Cajun seasoning and toss to mix.
Air Fry
- Put the chicken wings in an air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them. Keep them in a single layer.
- Air fry at 360 degrees F for 18 minutes.
- Flip them oven, increase the air fryer heat to 400 degrees F, and air fry for 6 more minutes.
- Make sure the wings have reached an internal temperature of 165 F.
Oven Baking
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Put the wings on racks on parchment paper or foil-lined baking sheets. Spray them with a little nonstick cooking spray. Bake in a preheated 400 F oven for 40 minutes, flipping them over halfway through the cooking time.
- Make sure the wings have reached an internal temperature of 165 F.
Notes
- For frozen wings, do not add baking powder; add Cajun seasoning after partially cooking.
- Air fry frozen wings at 360°F for 26 minutes, flipping after 15 minutes, then increase to 400°F for 6 more minutes.
- Always verify wings reach an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 380
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 380kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 126mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 126mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 765mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 2539IU | 51% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 204mg | 20% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.