First, let me talk about technique. I would say that 90% of the wings we make are baked. Sounds crazy, I know, but I think we've kind of perfected it. I have an old 10x13 metal pan that I cover in foil and I place a cooling rack on top of it. The wings go on the cooling rack and the whole thing goes in the oven at 400 degrees for an hour. When they come out, they're crisp and delicious. If you want them crunchier, you can spray them with cooking oil first.
Second, the seasoning. You really can't go wrong here, however you want them to taste. I'm sharing with you my staples. I like to season each side with a different seasoning.
Next up is Chesapeake Bay. What is actually in this? I don't know. I've never looked it up. This is interchangeable with any kind of Cajun seasoning, in my opinion. I use this on chicken, pork, hamburgers, potatoes, broccoli, green beans - it's good on everything.
Lastly, you have Chef's Choice Lemon Pepper.
This is special. It actually goes on after the wings are finished. Take them out of the oven and sprinkle on both sides. Your mouth will thank you for it.
Do you have a favorite chicken wing?
I've made oriental style chicken wings. All you do is marinade the wings overnight in soy sauce and a few garlic cloves, then bake it the next day. Mind you, I'm not a huge fan of oriental food or soy sauce but I swear, I could eat the whole tray! Plus, it's super easy to make and very inexpensive!
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ReplyDeleteYou know, my husband came home with it so I'm not sure. I just asked him and his direct response, "the hood." I had to laugh because he's probably telling the truth. My brother in law gave it to us and he got it from somewhere in our home town (East Chicago!). He said someone from Sharks (which is a staple when we're home visiting) told him to get it because it's very similar to what they use on their wings.
DeleteWell Thank You, I will go to the hood and look for it, it will probably be at the ones I'm not going near...lol
ReplyDeleteWhere can I buy the chefs' choice lemon pepper?
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