Description
A healthier twist on classic wings, these crispy baked garlic parmesan boneless wings are tender inside with a bold garlic and parmesan flavor, perfect for snacks or parties.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (60 grams)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese (75 grams)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (100 grams)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted (56 grams)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Pat the boneless chicken pieces dry with paper towels and cut into 1.5-inch bite-sized chunks.
- In one bowl, combine all-purpose flour with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- In another bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, remaining salt, and pepper.
- Toss chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip floured chicken pieces into melted butter, then roll thoroughly in the Parmesan-panko mixture, pressing lightly to coat evenly.
- Arrange coated chicken pieces spaced evenly on the wire rack to avoid overcrowding.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optionally brush wings with more melted butter and sprinkle fresh parsley immediately after baking.
- Serve hot for maximum crispness.
Notes
Pat chicken dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Use a wire rack to allow air circulation and prevent soggy bottoms. Melted butter helps the parmesan coating crisp up without greasiness. Flip wings halfway through baking for even browning. For extra crispiness, broil 1-2 minutes at the end while watching closely. For gluten-free, substitute flour and panko with almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter and nutritional yeast instead of parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 ounces (115
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 22
Keywords: crispy baked wings, garlic parmesan wings, boneless wings, healthy wings, snack recipe, appetizer, game day food