Really Yummy Chicken Wings: Crispy Baked Wings

I must credit the cooking website Fifteen Spatulas for this wonderful idea of making crispy chicken wings that are baked and NOT fried in oil. 

I love food.  I love good food that is simple to make.  I love junk food recipe alternatives that satisfy the craving but harbor less calories and fat.  These wings are guaranteed to please.  The secret to crispy wings without frying?  Par boil them first in salt water for about 7-10 minutes. 

Crispy Oven Fried Chicken Wings

• about 2 pounds of wings (tips discarded and pieces cut into wingette and drumette);
• about 2 tablespoons of melted butter;
• dash of Worcestershire sauce;
• about 3 tablespoons of Topatia hot sauce (or whatever hot sauce you like);
• salt;
• pinch of cayenne to taste.

Bring a large pot of water to boil.  Add about two tablespoons of salt to water.  Add wing pieces and boil for about 7-9 minutes.  Remove wing pieces and place on paper towels and dry thoroughly.  Moisture is the ENEMY of crispiness. 

Preheat oven to 450*.  In the meantime melt butter, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and cayenne (if desired) together in small saucepan.  

Place dry wings directly on cookie sheet (do NOT use foil or non-stick spray as they don't crisp up as well) and bake for about 25-30 minutes.  Flip wings over and bake for about another 5 minutes. 

Remove wings from oven and toss together with the warm sauce and serve.  Voila!  Fried wings without frying;)

I have yet to bring these wings anywhere and have leftovers.  I am always asked for the recipe.