If you love chicken wings that are juicy, lightly glazed — without being heavy or sticky — this Garlic Herb Butter Chicken Wings recipe is for you.
These wings are the perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep or entertaining.
Serves
3 – 4 people
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
35 – 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 1kg chicken wings (split at joints, tips removed)
- 1½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp chilli flakes
- ½ tsp dried oregano or mixed herbs
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp chilli flakes
- Pinch of salt
- 2 spring onions, sliced
Method
- Pat the chicken wings dry with kitchen paper. This helps them crisp properly.
- Place in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, chilli flakes and herbs until evenly coated.
- Oven Method
- Preheat oven to 200°C (fan 180°C).
- Arrange wings in a single layer on a lined baking tray (use a rack if available for extra crispiness).
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Grill for the final 3–5 minutes to achieve light charring.
- Air Fryer Method
- Cook at 190°C for 22–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- The wings are ready when golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 75°C.
- Make the Garlic Herb Butter
- In a small pan over low heat, melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and gently warm for 1–2 minutes — do not let it brown.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, chilli flakes and a pinch of salt.
- Lightly brush or toss the hot wings in the garlic butter glaze.
- Return to the oven or air fryer for 3–4 minutes to allow the glaze to settle and slightly caramelise.
- Sprinkle with fresh spring onions and serve immediately.
Tips
- Serve with Garlic butter rice, Sweet potato fries, Simple coleslaw, Jollof rice, Fresh green salad
- Add 1 teaspoon baking powder (not baking soda) to the dry seasoning.
- Let wings air-dry uncovered in the fridge for 1–2 hours before cooking.
- Avoid overcrowding the tray.
