How Long to Cook Chicken Wings (Party Wings / Flats & Drums) in the oven

Specification: Fresh party chicken wings, dried with paper towels, arranged on a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet

Target Temp

425°F (218°C)

Radiant Heat

Total Time

45–55 mins

Total Cook Window

Flip Mark

25m

Turnover Point

Internal Safe Temp

175°F–185°F (79°C–85°C) internal

USDA Safe Pull

COOK MODE

Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage

Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Prepare chicken wings (party wings / flats & drums) (Fresh party chicken wings, dried with paper towels, arranged on a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet).

Cook & Flip

Cook for 45–55 mins. Flip at the 25-minute mark for even browning.

Check & Rest

Skin crackles loudly when tapped with tongs, deep golden-amber color, meat pulls cleanly from bone. Confirm internal temperature reaches 175°F–185°F (79°C–85°C) internal. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

USDA FSIS 165°F minimum poultry guideline (175°F targeted for wings); Serious Eats The Best Crispy Baked Wings.

Pro Tip: Dry wings uncovered in the refrigerator on a wire rack for 4 hours before baking; removing surface water guarantees crackling skin.

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