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Crispy 2-Ingredient Chicken Wings Dinner That Wows Every Time

chicken wings dinner

A hearty and comforting dinner featuring crispy chicken wings served with creamy mac and cheese and tender green beans. Perfect for a family meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups green beans, trimmed
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Toss chicken wings with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Arrange wings on a baking sheet and bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and cooked through.
  4. For mac and cheese, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in cooked macaroni, milk, and shredded cheese until creamy and smooth.
  5. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions until soft. Add green beans and cook until tender, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve crispy wings with a generous scoop of mac and cheese and green beans on the side.

Notes

  • For extra crispy wings, broil for the last 2–3 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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