📖 Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This is crucial for getting that perfectly crispy wing skin.
2. Pat your chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps the seasoning stick and promotes crispy skin. Trust me on this one; it makes a world of difference!
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure you get everything evenly combined.
4. Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss them until they're fully coated in the seasoning mix. Make sure every wing gets its share!
5. Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet. Don't overcrowd the pan; otherwise, they'll steam instead of crisp up. A slight gap between each wing is ideal.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping them halfway through. The wings are done when they're cooked through and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
7. While the wings bake, prepare your ranch dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, chopped chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste. Some prefer their ranch more garlicky, some prefer it a bit less tangy.
8. Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes on a wire rack. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender and flavorful meat.
9. Serve the wings immediately with your homemade ranch dressing for dipping. Enjoy!
10. Optional: For extra flavor and that irresistible char, broil the wings for the last 2-3 minutes of baking time. Keep a close eye on them to avoid burning!