These Alas de Pollo al Horno (Baked Chicken Wings) are baked to crispy perfection! Simple to make and bursting with flavor, these golden-brown wings offer a healthier alternative to the beloved classic, Alitas Fritas (Fried Wings).
These oven-fried baked fall-off-the-bone chicken wings (alitas) are seasoned with fresh garlic, adobo, and aromatic oregano. Crispy on the outside, and juicy on the inside, these wings are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. They’re great for a quick dinner with a side of Ensalada de Papa (Potato Salad), Ensalada de Coditos (Macaroni Salad), French fries, Arroz a la Jardinera (Garden Style Rice) and so much more! Whether you’re making them for a quick dinner, a tasty treat, or hosting a game night this recipe will satisfy your cravings and leave everyone wanting more!
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Reasons to Love this Recipe
- Simple and flavorful Seasonings: The combination of fresh garlic, adobo, and oregano work deliciously together with no need for any other ingredients.
- Healthier Option: Oven-frying these chicken wings results in a crispy exterior without the excess oil of traditional frying methods, offering a healthier alternative without sacrificing taste or texture.
- Versatility: Whether served as a party appetizer, a game day snack, or a main course alongside your favorite sides, these wings are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed on numerous occasions.
- Easy Preparation: With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe is accessible to cooks of all skill levels, making it perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
- Crowd-Pleaser: With their irresistible flavor and crispy texture, these oven-fried chicken wings are guaranteed to be a hit with family and friends.
- Air Fry Perfection: If you love your air fryer, these wings turn out just perfect and cook in no time!
Ingredients
- Wings – Use whole wings or cut the wings in half. Both are find for this recipe.
- Garlic Puree – I always have a jar of homemade garlic puree, but you can use a tablespoon of garlic powder.
- Adobo – Adobo imparts delicious flavor without overpowering the wings and balances the flavor of chicken and seasoning really well.
*See my recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements and instructions.*
Substitutions and Variations
- Adobo – If you do not have adobo, use salt and pepper to season or general purpose seasoning.
- Chicken – You can also use chicken thighs in place of the wings.
- Garlic – Use garlic puree, finely minced garlic or garlic powder.
- Air Fryer – If you prefer to use your air fryer for this recipe, feel free to do so as they are just delicious and cook to crispy perfection.
Instructions
Step 1: Adjust your oven rack to middle position and preheat the oven to 425° F.
Step 2: Rinse the wings under cool running water. Allow excess water to rinse off of wings. Place wings in a medium sized mixing bowl.
Step 3: Add the garlic puree and rub all over wings. Lightly sprinkle adobo on both sides. Top the wings with the teaspoon of the oregano and rub all throughout the wings (Image 1).
Step 4: Lay the wings skin side up on a baking sheet or other baking tray (Image 2). Bake on the upper middle rack.
Step 5: After 30 minutes, flip the wings over. (The total cook time will depend on the size of your wings but can take up to 45 minutes. Image 3).
Expert Cooking Tips
- Baking: Ensure crispy wings and even cooking by preheating the oven before you start cooking.
- Do Not Cover: For optimal crispy skin, refrain from covering the wings with aluminum foil during cooking. Let them bask in the direct heat of the oven to achieve that perfect crunch.
- Cooking in Air Fryer: Arrange the wings in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Set the temperature to 425°F and cook for 8 minutes. Then, flip the wings over and cook for an additional 8 minutes or until they are fully cooked and golden brown.
Recipe FAQs
To achieve crispiness on both sides, remember to flip the wings over during baking.
The secret to crispy chicken wings is proper airflow and high heat, whether through oven baking or air frying.
It depends on personal preference and dietary considerations, but oven-fried wings tend to be healthier while still delivering crispy and flavorful results.
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📖 Recipe
Alas de Pollo al Horno
Ingredients
- 3½ lb wings rinsed
- adobo sprinkled
- 3 tablespoon garlic puree or 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
Instructions
- Adjust your oven rack to middle position and preheat the oven to 425° F.
- Rinse the wings under cool running water. Allow excess water to rinse off of wings. Place wings in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
- Add the garlic puree and rub all over wings. Lightly sprinkle adobo on both sides. Top the wings with the teaspoon of the oregano and rub all throughout the wings.
- Lay the wings skin side up on a baking sheet or other baking tray. Bake on the upper middle rack.
- After 30 minutes, flip the wings over. (The total cook time will depend on the size of your wings but can take up to 45 minutes). Enjoy!
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