Kenji introduces his method for making extra crispy oven-fried chicken wings.

• He greets the viewers and sets the stage for the cooking demonstration.
• Kenji mentions the chicken wings are air chilled, which he prefers for less retained moisture and drier skin.

Kenji prepares the chicken wings with a coating mixture for crispiness.

• He discusses different chilling methods for chicken and their impact on moisture content.
• Kenji lays out the chicken wings and preps a mixture of kosher salt, baking powder, and cornstarch, applying it to the wings.

Kenji explains the science behind using baking powder for crispy chicken skin.

• He discusses the original recipe development for Cooks Illustrated and the resulting crispy skin technique.
• Kenji details how baking powder creates micro blisters and breaks down proteins for a crispier texture.

Kenji preps the wings for baking and discusses timing for air chilled versus water chilled wings.

• He coats the wings thoroughly and places them skin side up on a baking sheet.
• Kenji specifies baking times and fridge storage before baking, especially for water chilled wings.

Kenji prepares homemade ranch dressing as an accompaniment to the wings.

• He combines buttermilk, sour cream, mayo, and seasonings, including fresh herbs and garlic.
• Kenji discusses the differences between fresh and dried herbs and the benefits of MSG for authentic ranch flavor.

Kenji mixes a classic buffalo wing sauce and shares personal preferences.

• He melts butter with garlic, then mixes in hot sauce for the wing sauce.
• Kenji explains the importance of the sauce's composition and its effect on the crispiness of the wings.

Kenji completes the baking process to achieve the final crispy texture of the wings.

• He flips the wings to crisp up the other side, explaining the importance of moisture for proper collagen breakdown.
• Kenji discusses the balance of dehydrating, rendering fat, and breaking down collagen for perfect crispy skin.

Kenji coats the crispy wings with buffalo sauce and conducts a taste test.

• He tosses the freshly baked chicken wings in the prepared buffalo sauce.
• Kenji samples a wing, confirming its crispiness and flavor, and shares a piece with his dog.

Kenji wraps up the cooking demonstration and shares the recipe's backstory.

• He invites viewers to subscribe and provides the recipe in the video description.
• Kenji reminisces about developing the recipe in his Brooklyn apartment while his wife was away.

The video concludes with end credits set to music.