September 19th, 2019
Keto Crispy Chicken Wings
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These Keto Crispy Chicken Wings are some seriously crispy and damn delicious wings!
Crispy wings tossed in a sticky flavoursome sauce is my kind of meal. You can give me bonus points for a cheap and easy meal too.
Read on for a few great pointers on how to get the best wings you have eaten.
Keto Crispy Chicken Wings
These wings are baked not fried. You will be surprised to know it is not flour or frying that gives you the glassiest, crispiest chicken wings.
The secret ingredient is baking powder and salt. Yep that stuff that is in just about every household the world over. I use the aluminium free variety, preferably Bobs Red Mill Brand, which is also a double acting baking flour.
Why does baking powder and salt make chicken skin crispy? When chicken is coated in the mix it dries out the skin, land when baked leaves the skin super crisp and crunchy. Apparently the baking powder raises the pH level in the chicken which helps make it crispy.
Trust me this is the BEST baked crispy chicken wing recipe!
The Ingredients
Aside from the magical baking powder ingredient here is my list of the very best seasonings for finger licking chicken. haha!
Its as easy as 1-2-3.
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Salt – rather than regular salt I use onion salt. It adds flavour and helps dry the chicken skin out.
- Chinese five-spice. Seriously I used to hat this stuff. I have no idea why. With chicken or pork this stuff is perfecto! Truly! It adds a subtle Asian flavour and makes chicken taste amaze balls.
Oh Hang On! What is the Best Sauce for Chicken Wings?
This is my very favourite sticky sauce… like EVER! Make it just as it is and you come back and comment below what you really think.
Just check out that perfect keto glaze on the wings below.
Just to answer a possible couple of substitution questions before you ask the, The coconut aminos can be swapped for gluten free tamari, or gluten free soy.
And, the sweetener can be any granular sweetener you prefer.
Sticky Chicken Wing Sides
Great keto sticky wings need some equally fabulous low carb sides. Here are a few delicious recipes from our friends as well as couple of our own.
- Easy Lemon Gremolata | Simple Keto
- Char-Grilled Zucchini Salad
- Blue Cheese Dip for Everything
- Smoky Ranch Chicken Salad – Keto | LCHF | Low Carb
- Bacon Ranch Dressing and Dip
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Keto Crispy Chicken Wings – Sweet and Spicy
It’s no secret I love chicken wings and these Sweet and Spicy Keto Crispy Chicken Wings totally hit the spot. Less than 10 minutes prep time, and an easy bake in the oven.
Calories: 377kcal
Servings: 4 serves
Tap or hover over number to scale ingredientsIngredients
- 1 kg chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons aluminium-free baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion salt
- ½ teaspoon Chinese five-spice
SWEET AND SPICY SAUCE
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoons Shaoxing or sherry vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sweetener
- 1 tablespoon sugar free ketchup
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon ginger finely grated
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- 1 -2 teaspoons chilli flakes
TO SERVE
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoons green onion thinly sliced
- 1 long red chilli thinly sliced
Instructions
CONVENTIONAL METHOD
- Preheat oven to 220℃. Line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- Cut each wing at the joints, discarding tips (or use for broth). Combine baking powder, garlic powder, onion salt, and five-spice in a bag or large bowl. Toss chicken wings in seasoning to evenly coat.
- Place a single layer of wings onto prepared baking tray. Bake 50-60 minutes, turning half way, or until wings are golden and crispy.
- Meanwhile prepare sauce. Place sauce ingredients into a saucepan over medium high heat. Cook stirring until sauce reduces and becomes thick.
- Toss wings in sauce and serve with a sprinkle of green onions and red chilli slices.
Notes
1. Drumstick or thigh cutlets could be substituted for the wings.
2. Shaoxing wine can be found in the Asian aisle in the supermarket.
3. Sugar free apricot jam is available from low carb specialty store, otherwise substitute sweetener or 4 blackberries.
4. Coconut aminos can be substituted with gluten free tamari or sauce sauce.
2. Shaoxing wine can be found in the Asian aisle in the supermarket.
3. Sugar free apricot jam is available from low carb specialty store, otherwise substitute sweetener or 4 blackberries.
4. Coconut aminos can be substituted with gluten free tamari or sauce sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serve | Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 901mg | Potassium: 220mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 388IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg | Magnesium: 28mg | Net Carbs: 2g
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40 Comments
Oh my goodness these are the best wings I have cooked. I love that they are baked and not fried.
They are so crispy and then coated in the sweet and spicy sauce gives you a party in your mouth.
They were devoured very quickly and enjoyed by the whole family.
I will be making these again. They are a big winner for sure.
Glad you all enjoyed them Lynda. Thanks for the review.
Now these are the chicken wings to fight for! They are seriously amazing and look just the way I like to make mine! Can’t wait to try your recipe!
Glad you love the recipe Elaine
I love the baking soda trick for chicken wings! They come out crispy every time.
I love chicken wings! Looks so delicious and addictive!
Thanks Natalie
What a great idea chicken wings are a yummy treat perfect for game day too!
So true Adriana! Enjoy!
Delicious looking wings here Megan! The baking powder sounds like it does the job well. I am seriously craving some chicken wings right now!
Me too Adrianne
Made these for dinner last night, so crispy and delicious! Loved how simple to prepare the recipe is too, set and forget until it is time to make the sauce. I put all the ingredients in the pan for the sauce after putting the wings in the oven, then with 10 mins to go I made the sauce while making a salad. Will definitely make again.
I love these too. I have 2kg ready to go for tomorrow.
Absolutely incredible! Super delicious and those flavors from the spices can’t be beat. Thanks so much for sharing!
Thanks Angela.
What a delicious recipe! Love that sweet and spicy sauce!
Thanks Julia
Mmmm love a good chicken wing recipe and this was so yummy!
So glad you enjoyed Kate