Wing Stop

Cajun Wings Recipe

Master how to make authentic Cajun wings with this quick and easy recipe that delivers restaurant-quality flavor at home. The perfect combination of spicy, smoky, and savory elements creates wings that are crispy outside, juicy inside, and packed with bold Louisiana-inspired heat.

Prep

15 mins

Cook

25 mins

Serve

Kcal

320

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 kg chicken wings</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 tbsp vegetable oil</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 tbsp cajun seasoning</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp garlic powder</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp onion powder</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp paprika</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust according to heat preference)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp dried oregano</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp dried thyme</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp black pepper</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 tbsp butter, melted</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tbsp honey</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tbsp white vinegar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving (optional)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Celery sticks for serving (optional)</li></ul>

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4> Preheat your oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil and set an oven-safe wire rack on top. This setup allows air to circulate around the wings, making them crispy on all sides.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4> Prepare the chicken wings by patting them dry with paper towels. The drier the wings, the crispier they'll become. If they're whole wings, you can separate them at the joint into drumettes and flats if preferred.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4> In a large bowl, toss the wings with vegetable oil until evenly coated. This helps the seasoning stick and promotes crisping in the oven.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4> In a separate bowl, combine cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly to create your cajun spice blend.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4> Sprinkle the spice mixture over the oiled wings and toss until they're evenly coated. Use your hands to really massage the seasoning into the meat, ensuring each wing is thoroughly covered.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4> Arrange the seasoned wings on the wire rack, making sure they're not touching each other. This allows the hot air to circulate freely around each wing.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4> Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, turning halfway through cooking time, until the skin is crispy and golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 75°C.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4> While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce by combining melted butter, honey, and white vinegar in a small bowl. Stir until well combined.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4> Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the butter-honey sauce over the hot wings and toss gently until they're all coated evenly. The hot wings will absorb some of the sauce, creating that signature Wingstop glaze.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 10</h4> Serve immediately while still hot and crispy. Accompany with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks if desired. The cooling effect of these sides perfectly complements the spicy kick of the cajun wings.</li></ol>

FAQ for

Cajun Wings Recipe

What ingredients are used in Cajun Wings from Wingstop?

Wingstop's Cajun Wings use chicken wings, vegetable oil, cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried herbs, butter, honey, and white vinegar. This creates their signature spicy, herby flavour with a sweet-tangy glaze.

How to cook Cajun Wings from Wingstop at home?

Learn how to cook Cajun Wings from Wingstop by patting dry wings, coating them in oil and a homemade cajun spice blend, then baking at 200°C for 45-50 minutes until crispy. Finish by tossing in a butter-honey-vinegar glaze for that authentic Wingstop flavour experience.

What's the secret to making chicken wings extra crispy in the oven?

The secret lies in three key steps: thoroughly patting the wings dry, using a wire rack for air circulation, and ensuring wings don't touch during cooking. Some chefs also add a sprinkle of baking powder to the seasoning to help break down proteins for extra crispiness.

Can I make these wings in an air fryer instead of baking them?

Yes! Air fryers work brilliantly for wings. Cook at 180°C for about 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through. You'll likely need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding, but the results are exceptionally crispy wings with less cooking time.

How spicy are cajun-style chicken wings and can I adjust the heat level?

Cajun wings typically have a moderate spice level with complex flavour rather than overwhelming heat. Easily adjust by reducing or increasing the cayenne pepper. For milder wings, omit the cayenne altogether; for fiery wings, double the amount.

The calorie count is an approximation and can vary based on exact measurements and specific ingredients used. Always consult nutritional information if strict adherence to calorie counts is required. This recipe is inspired by the flavours of this restaurant's dishes and has been independently developed for home cooking. It is not an exact match to the proprietary recipe used by the restaurant. This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by the restaurant.

{
  "@context": "http://schema.org/",
  "@type": "Recipe",
  "name": "Wingstop Cajun Wings Recipe",
  "author": {
    "@type": "Person",
    "name": "Peter Martin",
    "brand": "Once a Chef",
    "jobTitle": "Chef",
"image": "https://cdn.leonardo.ai/users/52a838bd-f368-4830-9a22-6d701a54be4a/generations/91807b62-e182-486c-b454-bad46b4d3c74/Phoenix_10_A_closeup_shot_of_perfectly_fried_Cajunstyle_wings_0.jpg"
  },
  "datePublished": "2024-04-28",
  "description": "Crispy baked chicken wings coated in a flavorful cajun spice blend and finished with a buttery honey glaze for that authentic Wingstop experience at home.",
  "prepTime": "PT15M",
  "cookTime": "PT50M",
  "totalTime": "PT1H5M",
  "keywords": "cajun wings, spicy chicken wings, baked wings, wingstop copycat, homemade wings",
  "recipeYield": "4",
  "recipeCategory": "Main Course",
  "recipeCuisine": "American",
  "nutrition": {
    "@type": "NutritionInformation",
    "calories": "420 calories",
    "carbohydrateContent": "8 g",
    "proteinContent": "32 g",
    "fatContent": "29 g",
    "saturatedFatContent": "11 g",
    "cholesterolContent": "125 mg",
    "sodiumContent": "780 mg",
    "sugarContent": "6 g",
    "servingSize": "1 serving"
  },
  "recipeIngredient": [
    "1 kg chicken wings",
    "2 tbsp vegetable oil",
    "2 tbsp cajun seasoning",
    "1 tsp garlic powder",
    "1 tsp onion powder",
    "1 tsp paprika",
    "1 tsp cayenne pepper",
    "1 tsp dried oregano",
    "1 tsp dried thyme",
    "1 tsp black pepper",
    "1 tsp salt",
    "2 tbsp butter, melted",
    "1 tbsp honey",
    "1 tbsp white vinegar",
    "Ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving (optional)",
    "Celery sticks for serving (optional)"
  ],
  "recipeInstructions": [
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Prepare Oven",
      "text": "Preheat your oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil and set an oven-safe wire rack on top. This setup allows air to circulate around the wings, making them crispy on all sides."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Prepare Wings",
      "text": "Prepare the chicken wings by patting them dry with paper towels. The drier the wings, the crispier they'll become. If they're whole wings, you can separate them at the joint into drumettes and flats if preferred."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Oil Wings",
      "text": "In a large bowl, toss the wings with vegetable oil until evenly coated. This helps the seasoning stick and promotes crisping in the oven."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Mix Spices",
      "text": "In a separate bowl, combine cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly to create your cajun spice blend."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Season Wings",
      "text": "Sprinkle the spice mixture over the oiled wings and toss until they're evenly coated. Use your hands to really massage the seasoning into the meat, ensuring each wing is thoroughly covered."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Arrange Wings",
      "text": "Arrange the seasoned wings on the wire rack, making sure they're not touching each other. This allows the hot air to circulate freely around each wing."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Bake",
      "text": "Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, turning halfway through cooking time, until the skin is crispy and golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 75°C."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Prepare Sauce",
      "text": "While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce by combining melted butter, honey, and white vinegar in a small bowl. Stir until well combined."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Sauce Wings",
      "text": "Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the butter-honey sauce over the hot wings and toss gently until they're all coated evenly. The hot wings will absorb some of the sauce, creating that signature Wingstop glaze."
    },
    {
      "@type": "HowToStep",
      "name": "Serve",
      "text": "Serve immediately while still hot and crispy. Accompany with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks if desired. The cooling effect of these sides perfectly complements the spicy kick of the cajun wings."
    }
  ],
  "aggregateRating": {
    "@type": "AggregateRating",
    "ratingValue": "5",
    "ratingCount": "178"
  },
  "review": [
    {
      "@type": "Review",
      "author": "Leila Fernandez",
      "datePublished": "2024-04-15",
      "reviewBody": "These wings are absolutely fantastic! They have the perfect level of spice and that honey-butter sauce takes them to another level. My family couldn't stop eating them!",
      "name": "Better Than the Restaurant",
      "reviewRating": {
        "@type": "Rating",
        "ratingValue": "5"
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Review",
      "author": "Raj Patel",
      "datePublished": "2024-04-10",
      "reviewBody": "I've been trying to recreate Wingstop's cajun wings for years and this recipe nails it! The trick of using the wire rack really does make them super crispy without frying.",
      "name": "Perfect Wingstop Copycat",
      "reviewRating": {
        "@type": "Rating",
        "ratingValue": "5"
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Review",
      "author": "Maria Gonzalez",
      "datePublished": "2024-04-18",
      "reviewBody": "Made these for game day and they were a huge hit! Everyone wanted the recipe. The spice blend is perfect and they're so much healthier than deep-fried wings.",
      "name": "Game Day Winner",
      "reviewRating": {
        "@type": "Rating",
        "ratingValue": "5"
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Review",
      "author": "Anders Johansson",
      "datePublished": "2024-04-22",
      "reviewBody": "As someone who loves spicy food, these wings hit all the right notes. The cajun seasoning combined with the sweet and tangy sauce is absolutely divine. Will definitely make again!",
      "name": "Spice Lover's Dream",
      "reviewRating": {
        "@type": "Rating",
        "ratingValue": "5"
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Review",
      "author": "Olivia Chen",
      "datePublished": "2024-04-25",
      "reviewBody": "These wings were incredibly easy to make and tasted amazing. The detailed instructions made the process foolproof. My husband says they're even better than our local wing spot!",
      "name": "Simple and Delicious",
      "reviewRating": {
        "@type": "Rating",
        "ratingValue": "5"
      }
    }
  ]
}


{
  "@context": "https://schema.org",
  "@type": "FAQPage",
  "mainEntity": [
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "What ingredients are used in Cajun Wings from Wingstop?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Wingstop's Cajun Wings use chicken wings, vegetable oil, cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried herbs, butter, honey, and white vinegar. This creates their signature spicy, herby flavour with a sweet-tangy glaze."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "How to cook Cajun Wings from Wingstop at home?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Learn how to cook Cajun Wings from Wingstop by patting dry wings, coating them in oil and a homemade cajun spice blend, then baking at 200°C for 45-50 minutes until crispy. Finish by tossing in a butter-honey-vinegar glaze for that authentic Wingstop flavour experience."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "What's the secret to making chicken wings extra crispy in the oven?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "The secret lies in three key steps: thoroughly patting the wings dry, using a wire rack for air circulation, and ensuring wings don't touch during cooking. Some chefs also add a sprinkle of baking powder to the seasoning to help break down proteins for extra crispiness."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "Can I make these wings in an air fryer instead of baking them?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Yes! Air fryers work brilliantly for wings. Cook at 180°C for about 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through. You'll likely need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding, but the results are exceptionally crispy wings with less cooking time."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "How spicy are cajun-style chicken wings and can I adjust the heat level?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Cajun wings typically have a moderate spice level with complex flavour rather than overwhelming heat. Easily adjust by reducing or increasing the cayenne pepper. For milder wings, omit the cayenne altogether; for fiery wings, double the amount."
      }
    }
  ]
}

Wing Stop

Cajun Wings Recipe

Master how to make authentic Cajun wings with this quick and easy recipe that delivers restaurant-quality flavor at home. The perfect combination of spicy, smoky, and savory elements creates wings that are crispy outside, juicy inside, and packed with bold Louisiana-inspired heat.

Prep

Cook

Serve

Kcal

Ingredients

Directions

What ingredients are used in Cajun Wings from Wingstop?

How to cook Cajun Wings from Wingstop at home?

What's the secret to making chicken wings extra crispy in the oven?

Can I make these wings in an air fryer instead of baking them?

How spicy are cajun-style chicken wings and can I adjust the heat level?