Best Chicken Wing Recipes: 15+ Tasty Chicken Wing Variations To Try! (2024)

All my best chicken wings recipes, including different flavor combinations and cooking methods for the most mouthwatering wings. There's something here for everyone, whether you like them bone-in or boneless. From spicy buffalo wings to sweet and savory General Tso's chicken wings, I have many varieties to choose from!

Baked chicken wings are a personal favorite and I do hope you give them a try, then pair them with some of my best sides for chicken wings!

Whether baked, grilled, deep-fried, or crisped in the air fryer, there's something so satisfying about a plate of succulent chicken wings. And then there's my favorite part, all the flavorful dry rubs and delicious wing sauces to try!

Below, you'll find the best of the best when it comes to chicken wings. Try mixing and matching cooking methods and seasonings or sauces to find your perfect plate of wings!

If you're looking for your favorite Wingstop flavors, I have a full list of their signature sauces and flavor combinations here! See how to reheat chicken wings for the best ways to enjoy your leftovers!

1. Boneless Chicken Wings

These boneless morsels of tender chicken breast are breaded and fried to crispy perfection. Then, you can coat them in zesty buffalo sauce or any of your favorite wing sauce flavors!

2. Baked Chicken Wings

You can get crispy and succulent chicken wings in the oven without all the mess of frying. They're seasoned with a simple and delicious chicken seasoning, and you can then toss them with sauce or enjoy them as-is!

3. Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

Garlic Parmesan is my favorite wing flavor when eating out, so I recreated that classic flavor combination at home! They are tossed in a buttery garlic Parmesan sauce that is finger-licking good!

4. General Tso’s Chicken Wings

You've had General Tso's chicken; now it's time for General Tso's chicken wings! We already know it's a winning flavor combination and just as delicious on crispy chicken wings.

5. Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings

When you're in a rush, there's no shame in cooking some frozen chicken wings as long as you do it right! Your air fryer is the BEST way to pull off delicious wings when starting from frozen.

6. Hunan Chicken Wings

Hunan chicken is a beloved takeout recipe known for its spicy/sweet chili pepper and honey flavor! They're so delicious that you won't need ranch or blue cheese for dipping.

7. Chipotle Dry Rub Smoked Chicken Wings

These spicy chipotle dry rub chicken wings are full of smokey flavor from being cooked to perfection in the smoker! You can control the spice level by using more or less ground chipotle pepper.

8. Apricot Sriracha Glazed Chicken Wings

These sweet, sticky, spicy wings are always a crowd favorite. They're coated in a sticky apricot and sriracha glaze that will keep you coming back for more!

9. Easy Lemon-Pepper Chicken Wings

Lemon pepper is a classic flavor on the menu of wing bars and restaurants everywhere. You could even marinate your chicken wings in my homemade lemon pepper marinade for a double dose of flavor!

10. Instant Pot Chicken Wings

Instant Pot pressure cookers make just about any recipe 10x easier (and usually quicker, too)! The same goes for chicken wings. They turn out juicy and delicious every single time!

11. Grilled Buffalo Wings

These grilled buffalo chicken wings are always a hit when I'm firing up the grill. They have that flame-kissed flavor that's hard to beat!

12. Tandoori Chicken Wings

Tandoori chicken wings are marinated in tangy yogurt and then coated in a blend of warm Indian spices. The skin is perfectly crispy and bursting with flavor in every bite!

13. Honey Lime Chicken Wings

If hot wings aren't your thing, these honey lime chicken wings have all the flavor with none of the spice. They are the perfect blend of sweet and sour that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

14. BBQ Crock Pot Chicken Wings

These 4-ingredient BBQ chicken wings can be tossed in your slow cooker while you go about your day. Plus, I have a whole list of BBQ chicken side dishes to help you round out the meal!

15. Jerk Chicken Wings

I could eat Jamaican Jerk seasoning on almost anything, and these chicken wings were just as delicious as I'd hoped! Marinate them in my Jamaican jerk marinade before cooking for a flavorful chicken dinner!

💭 Tips For Making The Best Chicken Wings

We are a wing-loving family and enjoy trying new wing flavors and recipes together, so I've had a lot of practice cooking chicken wings. Here's a quick look at my top tips for cooking the best wings.

1. Start with good wings: When buying chicken wings, I always look for fresh, high-quality wings that are plump and meaty with smooth skin. Check the 'best by' date, then choose the best-looking chicken that was packaged the most recently.
2. Brine or marinate: I don't always brine or marinate chicken wings, but it's a nice way to add even more flavor when I have time. Choose one of my chicken marinades and marinate the chicken for a few hours up to overnight.
3. Check the internal temperature: Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the thickest part of the largest wing is 165°F (74°C). Also, it's good to remember that bone-in wings cook more quickly than bone-in wings.
4. Toss while hot: If you're making sauced wings, toss them in the sauce right after cooking when they are still hot to help the sauce adhere to the wings.
5. Garnish: I like to garnish wings with fresh herbs like parsley for color or a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

What are your favorite chicken wing sauces or flavors? Let me know in the comment section below!

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Originally published September 14, 2023