Johnny Fogg
Fry them, bake them, or toss them in your air fryer—no matter how you cook them, chicken wings are a guaranteed, tried-and-true classic for any laid-back gathering, whether there's football on the TV or not. And while Buffalo wings rightly claim the crown as king (or queen) of wings, there's a world of options out there, just waiting to be tried.
In this collection, you'll find chicken wings that are sweet, spicy, and everything in between (including combinations of the two). For these recipes, feel free to use drums, flats, or a mix of both. Keep in mind that flats generally have less meat, but they have a higher skin-to-meat ratio. Either way, it's hard to miss with these fantastic recipes.
Test Kitchen’s Favorite Buffalo Wings
Out of all the chicken wings in this lineup, these traditional Buffalo wings reign supreme. The wings are fried twice with a cornstarch coating, which makes the skin irresistibly crisp. Serve them with creamy blue cheese dip and celery and carrot sticks alongside for good measure.
Sriracha-Glazed Chicken
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These wings are great for the game-day snack table or the dinner table. They take a quick dip in a marinade made with soy sauce, Sriracha, fresh ginger, and sesame oil before being roasted in a super hot oven. Serve these with plenty of napkins to clean sticky fingers.
Barbecued Chicken Wings
The secret to the bold flavor of these chicken wings is a savory homemade barbecue sauce. Bonus: you can use the same sauce to coat other meats on the smoker, like baby back ribs.
Emeril's Oven-Roasted Chicken Wings
A flavorful rub made of thyme, cayenne, onion, and garlic powder makes these chicken wings special. Choose your favorite dipping sauce—blue cheese, ranch, or barbecue sauce—or go with all three.
Maple-Dijon Chicken Wings
To make these easy wings, you simply prepare baked chicken wings and then toss them with a combination of maple syrup and grainy Dijon mustard. The result is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's a great alternative to more fiery versions.
Sriracha-Buffalo Chicken Wings
These wings are familiar enough to please traditionalists, but the addition of Sriracha gives them an intriguing twist. The usual condiments (blue cheese and celery) are still more than welcome!
Sweet-and-Sour Orange Chicken Wings
Although these wings don't include citrus in the sauce, you serve them with thin slices of fresh orange. The orange slices are a great compliment to the sweet-and-sour chicken.
Baked Chicken Wings With Mustard Marmalade Glaze
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A hot oven and some great seasonings unite for these delicious wings. The powerhouse ingredients include orange marmalade, two kinds of mustard (Dijon and whole grain), and cayenne.
Miso-Honey Wings
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Savory, toasty miso is a great match for sweet honey. Together, they give chicken wings an unexpected umami richness.
Korean Fried Chicken Wings
Johnny Fogg
A cornstarch coating makes these wings super crispy, and a rich sauce made from soy sauce, Sriracha, garlic, ginger, sugar, vinegar, and pepper gives them incredible flavor. Serve them with kimchi as a cool and crisp counterpoint.
Sweet-and-Sour Chicken Wings
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This recipe calls for sherry wine vinegar, but you could use champagne, white wine, red wine, or even rice wine vinegar if you prefer. They each have different flavor profiles, but all bring brightness and acidity to these delicious wings.
Tandoori Chicken Wings
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Here's an unexpected (and incredibly delicious) take on wings, where you broil chicken that you've marinated in an Indian-influenced mixture of yogurt, tomato paste, spices, and ginger. Brush them with chutney just before serving.
