Description
These Ranch Wings are coated in creamy ranch dressing and a seasoned cracker crumb crust before being cooked until tender and crispy. With their savory ranch flavor and crunchy coating, they make a simple, family-friendly appetizer that is perfect for parties, snacks, or game-day gatherings.
Flavor Profile
Savory, creamy, crispy, ranch-seasoned, comforting
Equipment Needed
Waxed paper
Microwave-safe 12 x 8-inch baking dish
Paper towels
Measuring cups and spoons
Knife
Tongs
Serving platter
Ingredients
1½ pounds chicken wings, separated
⅔ cup finely crushed round crackers
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons ranch dressing
½ teaspoon paprika
Additional ranch dressing, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Separate the chicken wings into flats and drumettes and remove the tips.
- In a small bowl, toss the chicken wings with the ranch dressing until evenly coated.
- On a sheet of waxed paper, combine the crushed crackers, paprika, and salt.
- Roll the wings in the cracker mixture until thoroughly coated.
- Arrange the coated wings in a single layer in a 12 x 8-inch microwave-safe baking dish.
- Cover the dish loosely with a paper towel.
- Microwave on high power for 7 to 9 minutes.
- Rearrange the wings halfway through cooking for even heating.
- Continue cooking until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.
- Transfer the wings to a serving platter.
- Serve with additional ranch dressing if desired.
Conventional Oven Option
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the coated wings on a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
- Bake until golden brown and crispy.
Recipe Notes
Heat Adjustment Suggestions
Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to the cracker mixture.
Mix a few drops of hot sauce into the ranch dressing.
Add chili powder for a spicy ranch variation.
Make-Ahead Tips
The wings can be coated several hours ahead and refrigerated.
Cooked wings can be reheated in a 375°F (190°C) oven until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with extra ranch dressing, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or fresh vegetables.
Pair with potato wedges, coleslaw, or a garden salad.
Perfect for game days, family gatherings, potlucks, and after-school snacks.
RANCH WINGS (Crispy Ranch Cracker-Coated Wings)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Separate the chicken wings into flats and drumettes and remove the tips.
- In a small bowl, toss the chicken wings with the ranch dressing until evenly coated.
- On a sheet of waxed paper, combine the crushed crackers, paprika, and salt.
- Roll the wings in the cracker mixture until thoroughly coated.
- Arrange the coated wings in a single layer in a 12 x 8-inch microwave-safe baking dish.
- Cover the dish loosely with a paper towel.
- Microwave on high power for 7 to 9 minutes.
- Rearrange the wings halfway through cooking for even heating.
- Continue cooking until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.
- Transfer the wings to a serving platter.
- Serve with additional ranch dressing if desired.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the coated wings on a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
- Bake until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
Notes
Mix a few drops of hot sauce into the ranch dressing.
Add chili powder for a spicy ranch variation. Make-Ahead Tips The wings can be coated several hours ahead and refrigerated.
Cooked wings can be reheated in a 375°F (190°C) oven until warmed through. Serving Suggestions Serve with extra ranch dressing, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or fresh vegetables.
Pair with potato wedges, coleslaw, or a garden salad.
Perfect for game days, family gatherings, potlucks, and after-school snacks.
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Let us know how it was!Inspired By
Inspired by classic ranch-flavored appetizers that combine creamy dressing with crunchy coatings for simple, crowd-pleasing flavor.
Source: Taste of Home
Nutrition Information
Estimated per serving (based on 6 servings)
Calories: 245
Protein: 18 g
Carbohydrates: 8 g
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg
Sodium: 390 mg
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 1 g
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Marinate Time: None
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
