Directions
Preheat your oven to 400°F / 200°C.
Place a wire rack inside a large, rimmed baking sheet.
Thoroughly pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness.
In a large bowl, whisk together the Cajun spice, smoked paprika, turmeric, and baking powder until well combined.
Add the dry chicken wings to the bowl and toss vigorously until every wing is evenly and thoroughly coated in the seasoning mixture.
Arrange the coated wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack, ensuring there is space between each wing for air to circulate.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, then carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven.
Flip each wing over.
Return to the oven and continue to bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown, crispy, and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let the wings rest on the rack for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the skin to stay crisp.
Do not overcrowd the pan.
Cook in batches if necessary to ensure hot air can circulate around each wing, which is essential for even cooking and crisping.
