Domino’s-Style Chicken Wings

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Name

Domino’s-Style Chicken Wings

Category

Appetizer / Snack

Cuisine

American-Inspired

Type

Non-Vegetarian

Background

Domino’s chicken wings are a go-to comfort food—crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in tangy sauces like Buffalo or BBQ. This homemade version skips the deep fryer and gives you the same bold flavors using simple ingredients, baked or air-fried to crispy perfection.

Domino’s-Style Chicken Wings

 

Servings -  4 people

Portion size- 5–6 wings per person

Preparation time - 10 minutes

Cooking time -  30–40 minutes (depending on method)

Ingredients

 

For the Chicken Wings:

  • 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
  • 1 tbsp oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1½ tsp baking powder (for crispiness)

 

Buffalo Sauce (Domino’s-style)

 

  • ¼ cup Frank’s RedHot or similar hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ tsp white vinegar
  • ¼ tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: ¼ tsp cayenne pepper for extra heat

 

BBQ Sauce Option:

  • ¼ cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • ¼ tsp mustard (optional)
  • Dash of Worcestershire sauce

Equipment needed

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring spoons
  • Baking tray and wire rack (for oven)
  • Air fryer (optional)
  • Saucepan
  • Tongs or spatula

 

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Instructions

 

Step 1: Prep the Wings

  • Pat the wings completely dry with paper towels.
  • Toss them with oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, pepper, salt, and baking powder.

 

Step 2: Cook the Wings

Oven Method:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Line a tray with foil and place a greased wire rack on top.
  • Arrange wings in a single layer and bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Air Fryer Method:

  • Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook wings in batches for 24–28 minutes, shaking halfway through.

 

Step 3: Make the Sauce

Buffalo Sauce:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat.
  • Stir in hot sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire, garlic powder, sugar, cayenne (if using), and salt.
  • Mix well and heat for 1–2 minutes.

BBQ Sauce:

  • Combine BBQ sauce, honey, paprika, mustard, and Worcestershire in a pan.
  • Heat gently until glossy and warm.

Step 4: Toss and Serve

  • Toss hot wings in your preferred sauce.
  • Serve immediately with celery, carrot sticks, and a side of blue cheese or ranch dip.

Tips

  • Dry wings = crispy wings. Don't skip the pat-drying step.
  • Baking powder helps break down skin proteins for crunch without frying.
  • Toss wings in sauce just before serving to keep the crispiness.
  • Double-bake or air fry for 5 more minutes if you like extra crunch.