24 Chicken Wings Recipes For Any Occasion

August 5, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Do you feel like you get the same old chicken wings no matter where you go? If so, it is time to shake things up! These chicken wings recipes will take you to new flavor heights and show you so many different ways to prepare your wings. Lets get started! 

chicken wings recipe

1. Classic Buffalo Wings 

You will not believe that these delicious buffalo wings are made with just three ingredients! And, while these wings are super crispy, they are actually baked in the oven. This means less fuss - and oil - for you to deal with! 

Get the recipe here.

Classic Buffalo Wings

2. Slow Cooker Honey Buffalo Wings 

These wings are great if you want to do something a little different. The spice rub for the wings takes them to a whole new level while the honey compliments the spiciness of the hot sauce beautifully. And since the wings are cooked in a slow cooker, you can take a hands-off approach to this dish. 

Get the recipe here.  

Slow Cooker Honey Buffalo Wings

3. Orange Chicken Wings 

Orange marmalade and orange juice give these wings their classic sweet and zesty taste. Don't worry if you are a bit unsure about this recipe, though, because it also contains barbecue sauce, hot sauce, and other tasty ingredients! 

Get the recipe here.  

Orange Chicken Wings

4. Spicy Peach Chicken Wings 

Sticking to the fruit theme, these spicy peach chicken wings are out of this world! The recipe uses peach preserves to create a sticky spicy and sweet sauce that works well with the spice rubbed, deep fried wings. These wings are certainly an experience! 

Get the recipe here.  

Spicy Peach Chicken Wings

5. Apricot Chicken Wings 

There are just so many ways to combine sweet fruit and chicken wings! Here, you can use apricot jam or preserves as the base. The chili flakes help to balance out the sweetness with a little bit of spice. Plus, the glaze for this recipe makes enough for you to have a dipping sauce too! 

Get the recipe here.  

Apricot Chicken Wings

6. Grilled Cajun Chicken Wings 

Now, these wings do have to be tossed in Cajun spices and then left to marinate for up to 6 hours. This is so those delicious flavors have time to work their way into the wings. Then it is just a matter of tossing them on the grill in foil packets and letting the smoky heat do the rest! 

Get the recipe here.

Grilled Cajun Chicken Wings

7. Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings 

These wings offer a flavor buffet from both sides. First, the wings are tossed in a garlic, smoked paprika rub and then baked in the oven. They are then tossed in a garlic sauce and sprinkled with lots of parmesan cheese. Delicious! 

Get the recipe here.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

8. Lemon Pepper Wings 

If you are looking for the perfect summer wings, then these lemon pepper wings are the way to go. They are so lemony but also have enough pepper and garlic to balance out the flavors. They are a great option for light and delicious wings. 

Get the recipe here.

Lemon Pepper Wings

9. Spicy Garlic Chicken Wings 

Who doesn't like a bit of spice on their chicken wings? What makes these chicken wings stand out is that they are tossed in a thick sauce that sticks to every inch of the wings. This means that you get a mouthful of that garlicky spiciness with every bite! 

Get the recipe here.  

Spicy Garlic Chicken Wings

10. Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings 

If salt and pepper wings sound boring to you, think again! The wings are coated with salt and pepper before being cooked. When they are done, you coat them in a garlic and onion infused oil. It is absolutely heaven! 

Get the recipe here.  

Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings

11. Korean Chicken Wings 

If you are looking to branch out from your traditional barbecue sauce, then these wings will do the trick nicely! Here, the chicken wings are coated in a gochujang-based sauce instead. The result is a spicy-sweet crispy chicken wing! 

Get the recipe here.

Korean Chicken Wings

12. Flamin Hot Cheeto Wings 

This is a great wings recipe for your inner kid! Here, the wings are coated in flamin hot Cheeto crumbs before they are baked to perfection. And, it gets better - the wings are then tossed in a hot sauce, honey, and butter drizzle. You can serve it with blue cheese dressing for a more grown-up treat. 

Get the recipe here.  

Flamin Hot Cheeto Wings

13. Crispy Ranch Wings 

Believe it or not, there is no ranch dressing in this recipe at all! Instead, the chicken wings are rubbed with homemade ranch seasoning before they are baked. And, then you sprinkle a bit more of the seasoning once they are done. It is amazing! 

Get the recipe here.  

Crispy Ranch Wings

14. Adobo Chicken Wings

These wings are so flavorful with a combination of spices and sauces! Since the wings are simmered in it, they really absorb all that savory goodness. The wings come together pretty easily too. Unlike many other wings recipes, these wings can be made on the stovetop, minimizing any prep work. 

Get the recipe here.

Adobo Chicken Wings

15. Teriyaki Chicken Wings 

The homemade teriyaki sauce really takes the wings to the next level. These wings are the perfect balance between sweet and savory. And since these are fried they are also extra crispy. 

Get the recipe here.

Teriyaki Chicken Wings

16. Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Wings 

Chicken wings with a tropical twist! These wings are absolutely gorgeous thanks to the pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a whole bunch of other ingredients. The wings are marinated in these flavors and then, as they are being grilled, the flavors are slowly built up using a glaze! 

Get the recipe here.  

Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Wings

17. Cilantro Lime Chicken Wings 

What makes these cilantro lime chicken wings so special is how well they balance out all the flavors. The spices and the grilling add depth and smokiness to the wings while the lime and cilantro livens everything up. It is the perfect summer appetizer. 

Get the recipe here.

Cilantro Lime Chicken Wings

18. Honey Mustard Chicken Wings 

These honey mustard wings are absolutely amazing thanks to the homemade honey mustard dressing. You bake the wings, take them out, toss them in the honey mustard and then bake for a little longer so that the sauce forms a glaze! 

Get the recipe here.  

Honey Mustard Chicken Wings

19. Tequila Lime Chicken Wings 

These chicken wings are the perfect way to get the party started! You start off by coating the wings in a delicious and spicy rub and then frying or baking them. Once they are done, you toss them in a tequila lime dressing for that added zing! 

Get the recipe here.  

Tequila Lime Chicken Wings

20. Bourbon Buffalo Wings 

In this recipe, the wings are seasoned pretty lightly before they are cooked but don't you worry. The bourbon sauce that you will toss the wings in contains plenty of flavor. In addition to bourbon you will add ketchup and lots of other flavorings. It will be delicious! 

Get the recipe here.  

Bourbon Buffalo Wings

21. Limoncello Chicken Wings 

It turns out there are many more ways to add booze to chicken wings than you might realize! These Italian-inspired wings are marinated in limoncello liqueur, lemon juice, and herbs before they are baked to perfection. This is an unusual but must-try chicken wing dish! 

Get the recipe here.

Limoncello Chicken Wings

22. Bacon Wrapped Chicken Wings 

Just when you thought that chicken wings couldn't get any better, they went and wrapped it in bacon! Wrap the wings in bacon and bake until done - it is as easy as that. Of course, if you want to take things up a notch serve them with a homemade bourbon sauce! 

Get the recipe here.  

Bacon Wrapped Chicken Wings

23. Peanut Chicken Wings 

These peanut chicken wings are so good! The wings are coated in a Thai-inspired peanut butter based sauce that is creamy, savory, sweet, and just a little bit spicy. It is the perfect  balance of flavors! 

Get the recipe here.  

Peanut Chicken Wings

24. Honey Harissa Wings 

If you love experimenting with spices and different flavors then you are sure to love these honey harissa flavors. The spice of the harissa paste is balanced out by the honey. The wings are also perfectly crispy thanks to being baked twice! 

Get the recipe here.

Honey Harissa Wings

It doesn't matter if you are hosting a backyard barbecue or a Superbowl party - these wings recipes will ensure that your cooking skills are the talk of the town! Since there are so many to choose from, you will be sure to impress each time! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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