Chicken Wing

Gallus gallus domesticus Poultry

Chicken Wing Poultry

At a Glance

  • Category Poultry

The Forktionary Angle

"More than just an appetizer, the chicken wing is a versatile canvas for glazes, rubs, and sauces, loved globally."

Definition

A poultry cut comprising the three sections of a chicken's wing, prized for its crispy skin potential and juicy meat when cooked.

Fat Content Skin adds significant fat
Popularity Global appetizer favorite
Versatility Can be fried, baked, grilled

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Chicken Wing are:

Savory Umami Crispy (skin)

Chef’s Secret

For extra crispy baked wings, first steam them for 10-15 minutes, then pat completely dry before tossing with seasoning and baking at high heat. This renders more fat.

Best Substitutes

Drumette/Flat: Chicken Thigh

cut into pieces
Ratio 1:1

Whole Wing: Chicken Tenderloin

for protein
Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Look for fresh wings with intact skin. Consider buying in bulk for cost-effectiveness and separating into drumettes and flats yourself.

Recipes Using Chicken Wing

Meat Broil Barbecue Finger Food

Adjust A Heat Wings

Spice up your life with these customizable Adjust-a-Heat Wings! A crowd-pleasing appetizer, perfect for game day or any gathering. Control the heat and flavor by adjusting the seasonings and marinating time to your liking. Get ready for finger-licking good chicken wings with a kick!

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Time To Make Preparation Meat South West Pacific

Aloha Chicken Wings

These baked chicken wings are bursting with tropical flavor! A sweet and tangy pineapple-orange glaze coats crispy, tender wings, making them the perfect party appetizer or game-day snack. Easy to make ahead, these Aloha Chicken Wings are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Savory Beginner Cook Inexpensive Taste Mood

Amazing Chinese Chicken Wings

Get ready to experience the BEST Chinese chicken wings you'll ever taste! These incredibly crispy, flavorful wings are a crowd-pleaser, guaranteed to have everyone asking for seconds (and the recipe!). Surprisingly easy to make, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in under 30 minutes. Prepare for an explosion of flavor in every bite!

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4 Hours Or Less Main Dish Appetizers Time To Make

Awesome Sauce Chicken Wings

Get ready to experience a flavor explosion with these addictive Awesome Sauce Chicken Wings! I perfected this sweet and spicy recipe using a blend of brown sugar and reduced sodium soy sauce for a guilt-free indulgence. The perfect balance of sweet and heat will have you craving these wings weekly! Easily customizable to your preferred level of sweetness. Prepare for the most delicious chicken wings you've ever tasted!

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Easy Dinner Party Preparation Occasion

Asian Barbecued Chicken Wings

Fire up the grill for these irresistible Asian Barbecued Chicken Wings! Sweet, savory, and spicy, this recipe is perfect for your next cookout or game day. Get ready for finger-licking good flavor in just 40 minutes! (Marinating time not included)

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Low Carb Chicken Appetizers Dietary

Best Ever Bbq Chicken Wings

Get ready to experience pure flavor bliss with these unforgettable BBQ chicken wings! Perfectly crispy, intensely flavorful, and with a customizable heat level thanks to adjustable cayenne or chili flakes, these wings are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Easy to make and even easier to devour!

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30 Minutes Or Less Meat Easy Main Ingredient

A Peri Peri Chicken Wings

This Peri Peri chicken wing recipe is a flavor explosion! Inspired by a 2nd place win in a wing cook-off (almost 1st!), this sauce delivers a unique taste experience. Starting mild, it builds to a delicious, satisfying heat that you control. Use any pepper from jalapeños to fiery scotch bonnets to adjust the Scoville heat units to your preference. Discover the secret to unbelievably tasty wings – perfect for game day, parties, or a weeknight treat!

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Vegetables Christmas Meat Inexpensive

Big Red Woo Woo Bison Wings

Fire up your taste buds with these Big Red Woo Woo Bison Wings! A mouthwatering recipe featuring tender bison wings tossed in a tangy, spicy sauce. Forget bland buffalo wings – this recipe delivers bold bison flavor with a vibrant red hue. Perfect for game day, parties, or a weekend treat. Get ready for an explosion of flavor!

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Appetizers Lunch Kid Friendly 4 Hours Or Less

Awesome Chicken Wings

Get ready to experience the ultimate flavor explosion! These chicken wings, dubbed "Awesome" by a panel of discerning teenage taste testers, are crispy, juicy, and bursting with mouthwatering flavor. Perfect for game day, parties, or a family dinner, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers unbelievably delicious results. Prepare for wing-eating nirvana!

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Wings Preparation Time To Make Meat

Barbecue Chicken Wings

Fire up your taste buds with these spicy and delicious barbecue chicken wings! This recipe, adapted from Taste of Home magazine by Jean Ann Herritt, delivers mouthwatering flavor in just an hour. Get ready for perfectly crispy skin and tender, juicy meat drenched in a tangy barbecue sauce. Perfect for game day, parties, or a weeknight treat!

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Course Meat Main Ingredient Appetizers

Barbecued Bat Wings

Experience a flavor explosion with these intensely delicious barbecued 'bat wings'! Our unique, darkly-colored BBQ sauce, packed with sweet and spicy notes, coats tender chicken wings to perfection. Don't let the ominous hue fool you – this recipe is surprisingly easy and delivers unforgettable taste! Perfect for game day, parties, or a fun weeknight meal.

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Easy Appetizers Asian Main Ingredient

Asian Chicken Wings

These Asian Chicken Wings are a flavor explosion! Inspired by a simple yet delicious magazine recipe, this recipe features crispy fried chicken wings tossed in a mouthwatering homemade Asian-inspired sauce. Get ready for a taste sensation that's perfect for game day, parties, or a weeknight treat.

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Chicken Meat 4 Hours Or Less Poultry

40 Clove Garlic Chicken Wings

Get ready to be amazed by these irresistible 40 Clove Garlic Chicken Wings! Fall-off-the-bone tender chicken wings are smothered in a rich, garlicky sauce that's simply divine. Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful sauce, alongside a refreshing green salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for game day, a family dinner, or impressing your friends!

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Lunch Comfort Food 30 Minutes Or Less Savory

Herby Garlic Parmesan Baked Chicken Wings

Crispy, flavorful, and unbelievably easy! These Herby Garlic Parmesan Baked Chicken Wings are the perfect quick snack or lunchtime treat. Ready in under 30 minutes, they're packed with fresh herbs, savory garlic, and a cheesy parmesan topping. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

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Meat Dietary Low Carb Free Of Something

Awesome Cajun Chicken Wings

🔥 Ignite your taste buds with these insanely delicious Cajun chicken wings! Perfect for game day, parties, or a weeknight treat, this recipe is a family favorite that always disappears fast. Grilled to perfection and served with crisp celery and creamy blue cheese, these spicy wings are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Even picky eaters will gobble them up! Get ready for the ultimate flavor explosion!

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Chicken 60 Minutes Or Less Holiday Event High Protein

Authentic Anchor Bar Buffalo Chicken Wings

Taste the legendary flavor! This recipe recreates the original spicy buffalo chicken wings from the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, NY. Crispy, juicy wings tossed in a fiery, tangy sauce – it's the real deal. Adjust the heat to your liking with cayenne and Tabasco. Perfect for game day, parties, or a seriously satisfying weeknight meal. Makes 6 servings (6 wings per person).

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Dietary Appetizers Hawaiian Wings

Aloha Wings

Sweet, spicy, and tangy Aloha Wings will transport your taste buds to paradise! These incredibly flavorful wings are marinated in a vibrant blend of pineapple, soy sauce, hoisin, and a hint of rum, then baked to crispy perfection. Get ready for a taste of the islands!

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Finger Food Equipment Easy Kid Friendly

4 Ingredient Sweet And Spicy Chicken Wings

Craving delicious chicken wings without the intense heat? These 4-ingredient sweet and spicy wings are a game-changer! Easy enough for a weeknight dinner and impressive enough for a party, this recipe delivers incredible flavor in under 75 minutes. Get ready for crispy, tender wings with a perfectly balanced sweet and spicy kick – the whole family will love them!

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