- 2 pounds (900g) chicken wings , cut whole wings into flats and drums
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- ⅔ cup (160ml) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning optional
- 4 cups (946ml) cooking oil for frying
Fill a deep skillet or Dutch oven with four cups of cooking oil and heat to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C.
If using whole wings, separate the wings into flats and drums and pat dry with a paper towel.
Combine 3 tablespoons flour, salt and spices in a medium bowl. Add the wings and toss until coated in the mixture.
Combine the remaining flour with the baking powder in a separate bowl. Add the milk and beaten egg, combining until no lumps remain in the batter. The batter should be thick enough to drip slowly from a spoon. Add flour or milk as needed to adjust the consistency.
Dip the wing pieces into the batter. Shake off any excess and drop the wings into the hot oil. Fry for 7-10 minutes, turning the wings halfway through the cooking time.
Place the cooked wings onto a paper towel lined plate to remove the excess oil. Serve hot.
- Dry the chicken wings with paper towels to remove excess moisture before coating the wings in flour or batter.
- Season well and don’t skimp on the seasoning.
- Change the seasoning for your favorite blend.
- Preheat the oil to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C. This will ensure the wings have a crispy exterior and cook through evenly.
- Don’t overcrowd the cooking pot. Fry the wings in batches if necessary.
- Use a thermometer to help maintain a consistent oil temperature while frying. Adjust the heat as needed to keep the oil temperature stable.
- Turn the chicken wings halfway through cooking.
- Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The temperature should be 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.
- Drain off the excess grease by placing the deep fried wings on paper towels or a baking rack.
- Serve with your favorite sauces like blue cheese, ranch, barbecue, or honey mustard.
- Storage - keep leftovers in an airtight container inside the fridge for up to 4 days.
Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 357mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 327IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 2mg