Crispiest Fried Chicken Wings
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There’s nothing my family loves more than the crispiest fried chicken wings. Every week, I have at least one night when we make our favorite comfort food, and that’s good old-fashioned fried chicken. My kids get so excited; they can’t wait for dinner to be done. Even when we have company that stays at our house for more than a day, I make sure to have a fried chicken dinner, because we all love it just that much!
It’s not just my southern ancestors whispering in my ear how to season my chicken and when to take it out of the hot oil so it’s cooked just so. I have a secret ingredient that makes the best, crispiest fried chicken wings you’ve ever had. And it’s a secret that I can share with you!
My secret to the crispiest fried chicken wings isn’t a method. It’s not some hard to find ingredients either. It’s something you probably already have in your pantry right now. The secret to the best crispiest fried chicken wings ever, wait for it, drumroll please, is Argo® Corn Starch!
That’s right, Argo® Corn Starch is my secret ingredient to the best, crispiest fried chicken wings you’ve ever had. It adds the best light and airy texture to my crispy fried chicken wings that makes it absolute perfection. For this recipe, I take chicken wings and season them with my basic blend of favorite deep southern and cajun flavors to make absolute perfection.
You can use any type of seasonings you have on hand. This is just one of our favorite ways to season fried chicken. Argo® Corn Starch is the leading corn starch brand with over 100 years of quality and trust over multiple generations.
How to Make Crispiest Fried Chicken Wings
To start this recipe, I add an egg to a large bowl with my chicken wings.
Then, I add the seasonings.
And mix it well with my hands. This is the best way to coat the wings evenly with the spice and egg mixture.
Next, I combine flour with corn starch for the breading.
I make sure to add the seasonings to my breading mixture as well. This makes the tastiest fried chicken that’s seasoned to perfection.
Then, I just bread all the wings, one at a time.
After all the wings are breaded, I deep fry using Mazola® Corn Oil. I have a deep fryer that I keep on my counter, but you can also deep fry on the stovetop. Just make sure the oil is heated to 350° before adding the chicken.
Also, be sure to fry in batches and not to overcrowd the deep fryer. Cooking times vary slightly depending on the size of your wings. If you have experience deep frying, you know that sound when fried chicken is done. My grandma always said that fired chicken will tell you when it’s done. It speaks to you.
The sound fried chicken makes when it’s done is because the bubbles made as it fries become larger and there’s less of them, so there’s a distinct difference in the frying sound. That’s when it’s done. It will also be golden brown, crispy and perfect! After it’s fried, drain on paper towels and finish frying the rest of your chicken.
I like to serve crispy fried chicken wings with fresh salad, vegetables and always some type of potatoes. Tonight, we’ve made oven baked potatoes, buffalo cauliflower and a big salad. I like to use Argo® Corn Starch in all of my breading when I deep fry. I like to mix it with flour like I’ve done in this recipe for the crispiest, airiest crunchy coating for traditional recipes.
For Asian inspired recipes, I only use corn starch mixed with other seasonings to make amazing dishes like crispy orange chicken and crispy sesame chicken. It also makes the perfect deep fried tofu! Argo® Corn Starch makes the most amazing Asian soups, too, like egg drop and hot and sour soup.
I also like to use it to not only thicken all my Asian sauces but also to thicken simple broths to make delicious gravies for roast chicken and potatoes. Argo® Corn Starch makes your fried chicken better! Just add corn starch to your batter to get the perfect crispy coating.
And for all my gluten-free friends, do you know that Argo® Corn Starch is naturally gluten free? Yes! Argo® Corn Starch is even my secret ingredient to make the best ever waffles. I also use it in pie fillings as my secret weapon to combat soggy pies. There are so many uses for corn starch! I know you’ll be impressed with how Argo® Corn Starch can make the crispiest fried chicken in town!
It’s a pantry staple to make all your fried foods (or air fried foods) the crispiest they can be. Argo® Corn Starch is more than just a thickening agent for soups and sauces. From crispy fried foods to waffles to baked goods, Argo delivers amazingly delicious dishes the whole family will love. And let’s not forget all those fun family activities we can do with corn starch, too, like sidewalk chalk and slime! Be sure to check out the Argo brand page for even more delicious recipes.
Yield: 4 servings
Crispiest Fried Chicken Wings
3.77 stars (191 reviews)
Loading...method: Fried course: Main Course
cuisine: American diet: Enjoyable
Ingredients:
- 2 dozen Chicken Wings
- 1 egg
- 1 cup Flour
- ¾ cup Argo® Corn Starch
- seasoning (recipe follows)
- Mazola® Corn Oil for deep frying
FOR THE SEASONING:
- 1 1/4 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Directions:
Heat oil to 350°. Add chicken wings, egg and 1 ½ tablespoons seasoning mix to a large bowl. Mix well with hands to make sure each wing is coated in egg and seasonings.
Add 1 ½ tablespoons seasoning mix, flour and corn starch to another large bowl and mix well. Bread each chicken wing and place in a large bowl.
Deep fry wings in batches, being careful not to overcrowd pan or deep fryer at 350°. Fry until golden brown and internal temperature is 165°, about 15 minutes.
Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
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FAQ About Crispiest Fried Chicken Wings Recipe
Can I use a deep fryer for this recipe?
Of course! I use a deep fryer for all my deep frying recipes and it works great!
What type of seasonings can I use for this recipe?
Any all purpose seasoning will work. Be sure to use your favorite
What is the best oil for deep frying?
I truly love Mazola® Corn Oil for deep frying, plus most all other cooking. It’s a great product!
Can this recipe be reheated?
It can, but the chicken won’t be as crispy.
Can I toss these crispy wings in hot sauce after frying for crispy buffalo wings?
Yes that sounds awesome, just don’t forget the ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping!
