Say hello to your new favorite Keto Chicken Wings! You won't believe how tasty these keto chicken wings are. Instead of traditional buffalo sauce, we use Old Bay seasoning to add so much incredible flavor! These wings are keto, low-carb, grain-free, and gluten-free.
Keto Chicken Wings
You know those wings that are so amazing you lick your fingers twice?
Yeah, so do we. It's these wings.
These are the most addicting keto chicken wings we have ever tasted. They are perfect for a quick lunch or as a super-popular gameday appetizer.
And you can't go wrong eating them as a snack.
They are naturally low-carb and high-protein. And the best part? They taste just like takeout - without the sugar!
Homemade Old Bay Seasoning
We perfected a Homemade Old Bay Seasoning that proves you don't need sugar to make something taste good. Scroll down to read all the exact measurements and learn how to make this homemade seasoning. You can use it on seafood, poultry, or to season sauces and dips.
Here's what's in our Homemade Old Bay Seasoning:
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What Else Can You Use Homemade Old Bay Seasoning On?
Keep the recipe for this spice mix handy or better yet - create a really large batch of it and save it for later.
You can store the spice mix in a sealed container in the pantry for up to six months.
This spice mix has lots of flavors. It's slightly spicy with a sweet edge.
You can use it on lots of other appetizers or dinner ideas. Try it on these ideas:
- Grilled shrimp
- Zucchini Noodles
- Roasted Cauliflower
- Baked fish
Best Keto Dipping Sauce for Wings
For a really amazing snack, dip the wings into a keto-friendly ranch dressing.
Oh, the combination of these two flavors is undeniably scrumptious.
Chicken Wings or Chicken Nuggets
What if you aren't a fan of all the bones in chicken wings? If that's true, you can make keto chicken nuggets with this recipe too.
Buy boneless chicken thighs. Then, chop them into nugget-sized pieces.
Follow all the same directions.
We love chicken thighs because they have a higher fat content and therefore more flavor than lean, white breast meat. Plus, more healthy fats are great for keto!
Can You Make These In the Air Fryer?
We baked the wings in the oven. But if you have an air fryer, it will work too, it will just take a bit longer because you will need to make them in batches. Here's how to make them in the air fryer:
- Follow all the same directions, up until the step where you bake them.
- Lay them in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer. Do not stack them.
- Set the air fryer to 380°F.
- Air fry for 20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes or so.
- After 20 minutes, turn it up to 400°F.
- Air fry for about 5-10 minutes longer.
- Remove when chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F.
Chicken Wings Tutorial
Here are the step-by-step instructions on making the perfect chicken wings.
First, make your Homemade Old Bay Seasoning by combining all the spices together in a small bowl and then heat your oven to 400°F.
Next and most important - pat your wings dry with paper towels. Make sure to dry all sides of the wings.
Spread the wings out on a baking sheet and mix 1/4 cup of the Homemade Old Bay Seasoning with salt and baking powder in small bowl.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the wings making sure to coat all sides of the wings rubbing the seasoning in gently.
Once all the wings are fully coated, transfer them to the oven to bake.
Bake the wings for 12 minutes, then flip and bake for about another 8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
While the wings are baking, make the wings sauce buy melting butter in a pan over medium heat. Stir in the remaining Homemade Old Bay Seasoning and add some hot pepper sauce.
Pour the butter sauce evenly over the fully cooked wings, toss, and bake again for 2-3 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!!
What to Eat With Chicken Wings
Chicken wings make the perfect lunch or appetizer. Pair them with any of these salads or veggies for a complete meal.
Recipe
Keto Old Bay Chicken Wings
Ingredients
For the Homemade Old Bay Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons celery salt
- 4 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Wings
- 40 chicken wings
- 1/4 cup Homemade Old Bay Seasoning from above
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
For the Sauce
- 1/4 cup grass-fed butter
- 1 teaspoon Homemade Old Bay Seasoning from above
- 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce we use Frank’s Red Hot
Instructions
For the Homemade Old Bay Seasoning
- Combine all the spices together in a small bowl.
For the Wings
- Heat oven to 400°F.
- Pat the wings dry with paper towels.
- Spread the wings out on a baking sheet.
- Mix 1/4 cup of the Homemade Old Bay seasoning with the salt and baking powder in small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the wings making sure to coat all sides of the wings rubbing the seasoning in gently.
- Bake the wings for 12 minutes, then flip and bake for about another 8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
For the Sauce
- While the wings are baking, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the remaining Homemade Old Bay Seasoning and cayenne pepper sauce.
- Pour the butter mixture evenly over the fully cooked wings, toss, and bake again for 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition
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Annissa
Love love this recipe. It is so delicious!!
Clean Keto Lifestyle
We totally agree! And it is super easy to make too!
Annie
This recipe is fantastic! It has become one of our favorites !!