Description
Crispy, golden, and packed with bold Cajun flavor, these homemade Wingstop Cajun Wings are the perfect spicy snack or party appetizer. With a simple blend of pantry spices and a buttery finish, you’ll get the iconic flavor and texture of your favorite wings — no deep frying needed. Baked or air-fried to perfection, they’re tender inside and crispy outside, delivering serious flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken wings
1 tbsp baking powder
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
0.5 tsp thyme
0.5 tsp chili powder
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl.
2. Drizzle with vegetable oil and toss to coat evenly.
3. In a small bowl, combine baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, black pepper, oregano, salt, thyme, and chili powder.
4. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the wings and toss until fully coated.
5. For oven: Preheat to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Arrange the wings in a single layer.
6. For air fryer: Preheat to 400°F and arrange wings in a single layer in the basket.
7. Bake for 45–50 minutes (oven) or air fry for 20–24 minutes, flipping halfway through, until wings are golden and crispy.
8. Transfer cooked wings to a bowl, drizzle with melted butter and optional lemon juice, and toss to coat.
9. Serve hot with your favorite dips or sides.
Notes
Use aluminum-free baking powder for the best crisp without off flavors.
Dry the wings thoroughly before seasoning to help the skin crisp up.
Toss with butter only after cooking to avoid sogginess and preserve the Cajun flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 wings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Wingstop Cajun Wings, crispy wings, spicy chicken wings