Pro tip: dry your wings on a rack for 2 hours first, or you get soggy skin

Mason Lopez · 2026-10-20T03:40:02.835395+00:00

I tried two batches of wings last weekend, one patted dry with paper towels and one left on a wire rack in the fridge for 2 hours, and the rack batch came out way crispier with the same 400 degree setting. The paper towel ones steamed in their own juice and the skin never got that snap. I use a cheap $9 rack from Target (nothing fancy) and it makes a real difference. What's your go to trick for crispy skin without overcooking the meat?

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