Chicken Wings
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Chicken wings are a popular meat item that can be seasoned and cooked in various ways, including baking or frying. They are a great source of protein, providing 18.4 grams per serving.
Chicken wings are served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and CACFP.
Popular Home Recipes for Chicken Wings
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Chicken Wings shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Crispy baked chicken wings are a delicious and healthier alternative to frying, perfect for game day or a family dinner.
Ingredients
- •2 lb chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
- •1 tbsp baking powder
- •1 tsp salt
- •1 tsp black pepper
- •1 tsp garlic powder
- •1 tsp paprika
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •1/4 cup hot sauce
- •2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with foil and a wire rack.
- 2In a large bowl, toss chicken wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
- 3Arrange wings on the prepared rack in a single layer and drizzle with olive oil.
- 4Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
- 5In a small bowl, combine hot sauce and melted butter.
- 6Once wings are cooked, toss them in the hot sauce mixture to coat evenly.
- 7Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce.
Chef Tips
- For extra crispiness, dry the wings with paper towels before seasoning.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your desired spice level.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.