A:  The best-known method to achieve crispy chicken wings is to deep fry them. Ideally, it involves frying them twice. The first time, fry the chicken wings in lower temperature oil to make sure you cook the tender meat inside. Then, you can pull them out and let them cool before the second frying.

A:  If you decide to deep fry chicken wings, the oil must reach 375 °F and they must deep fry for about 8-10 minutes. Fry the chicken wings in small batches for best results.  

A:  Whether you are looking for something spicy or prefer a milder taste, there is a wide variety of options that are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Check out our BBQ Recipes for inspiration!  

A:  Yes, you can absolutely bake chicken wings. The best temperature to bake chicken wings at is 400 °F for about 40-50 minutes.

A:  If you want to avoid rubbery or undercooked chicken wings, make sure you cook them slowly and for the required amount of time in order to bring the internal meat to temperature. This ensures there is moisture being added as the wings cook and keeps the chicken wings tender. Avoid adding cold or frozen chicken to a hot pan as this can result in uneven or undercooked meat.

A:  If you’re not up for baking chicken nuggets, you can always use a couple of different methods. One way is to pan fry chicken nuggets which will really bring that ideal crisp and crunchy texture. Another alternative is to use an air fryer, but make sure to check what the average time and temperature is for the model of air fryer being used before adding your chicken nuggets.

A:  The best way to bake chicken nuggets evenly is to make sure they are lined-up separately on a sheet pan. This will provide a more even bake all around each chicken nugget. For an even better result, add a wire rack on the baking sheet and place chicken nuggets evenly on top.

A:  It is not uncommon that chicken breasts often can dry out during cooking. There are a couple steps that can be taken to prevent your chicken from becoming dry. One way is to soak your chicken breasts in a brine or marinade before beginning to cook. This helps the chicken soak up more moisture so it can be retained while it cooks.   Another option is to make thin chicken breast cuts which allows for less time in the hot pan. Remember to also let your chicken rest before cutting to result in juicier and more flavorful chicken.  

A:  It is not necessary to pound chicken breasts before cooking, this is optional. However, it does have benefits to making a good chicken breast dish. Pounding chicken breasts can shorten cooking time and help cook the chicken more evenly without drying it out.