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    Home » Chicken and Poultry Recipes » Garlic Parmesan Wings

    Garlic Parmesan Wings

    Last updated: Dec 7, 2022 · Recipes developed by Vered DeLeeuw and nutritionally reviewed by Rachel Benight MS, RD · This website generates income via ads and uses cookies.

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    Delicious, crispy-skinned garlic parmesan wings are baked in a hot oven with a tasty cheesy crust.

    They are so very flavorful, and while the skin is wonderfully crispy, they are super juicy inside!

    Crispy garlic parmesan wings served on a white plate.

    I'm totally in love with these crispy chicken wings. As in, I can't get enough of them! I've been making them at least once a week for my family. Lucky me, no one complains!

    They're a bit different than most recipes you'll find for garlic parmesan wings. Rather than bake them and then dip them in a butter-parmesan sauce, I coat them in butter and parmesan, then bake them in a hot oven.

    The result? Extra crispy skin, juicy meat, and a wonderful flavor!

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Expert tip
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Variations
    • Serving suggestions
    • Storing leftovers
    • Related recipes
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    Ingredients

    You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make these tasty wings. The exact measurements are included in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

    • Avocado oil spray: This oil has a neutral flavor and a high smoke point, making it an ideal cooking oil.
    • Grated Parmesan cheese: Make sure you use finely grated, not coarsely shredded cheese.
    • Seasonings: I use black pepper, lots of garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and cayenne. There's no need to use salt because the cheese is very salty.
    • Butter: I'm partial to creamy European butter, but any butter will work.
    • Fresh chicken wings: You can use the wings labeled as "party wings," usually separated into flats and drumettes. Or buy whole wings and cut them yourself. Or leave them whole - see my tip below.
    The ingredients needed to make garlic parmesan wings.

    Instructions

    Making garlic parmesan wings is easy! Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps:

    • Your first step is to mix the parmesan and the seasonings in a shallow bowl. In another shallow microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.
    • Now, dip each wing in butter, then dredge it in the seasoned parmesan.
    • Place the wings on a greased rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Spray them with oil.
    • The final step is to bake them. I use my usual method for baking wings – 30 minutes at 400 degrees F, then lower the heat to the “keep warm” setting (170 degrees) and keep the wings in the oven for 60 more minutes. This method results in juicy meat and crispy skin.
    A six-photo collage showing the steps for making garlic parmesan wings.

    Expert tip

    I usually buy "party wings" at the store, those that come separated into flats and drumettes. But sometimes I get whole wings, and then, even though standard instructions are to chop the tip of the wings off, I don't.

    I actually like to bake them whole, and the tips come out super crunchy, and you can just eat them, cartilage and all. Seriously, it's surprisingly good.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do you make chicken wings crispy?

    My favorite method is to bake them for 30 minutes in a hot 400F oven, then lower the heat to the "keep warm" setting (170F) and keep them in the oven for 30-60 more minutes.

    This method results in reliably crispy skin and wonderfully juicy meat.

    Can I use fresh garlic?

    I actually prefer using garlic powder in this recipe, because it mixes better with the other spices and the parmesan and more evenly coats the wings.

    Can you suggest a sauce for these wings?

    If you'd like to use a sauce, you can simply bake the wings with just salt and pepper, then leave them in the oven to crisp up.

    Shortly before they're ready, melt ¼ cup butter and mix in ¼ cup of grated parmesan, 2 minced garlic cloves, and a tablespoon of minced fresh parsley. Dip the wings into the sauce and serve.

    Variations

    The best way to vary this recipe is by using different seasonings. For example, you could try adding a pinch of onion powder, use smoked paprika instead of regular paprika, and replace the oregano with thyme.

    Serving suggestions

    You can serve these tasty wings with any side dish that you like! They are truly versatile. I often serve them with one of the following side dishes:

    • Sauteed broccolini
    • Sauteed green beans
    • Baked zucchini fries
    • Roasted frozen cauliflower (It's great that I can bake both in the same oven).

    Storing leftovers

    You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. Reheat them in the microwave, covered, on 50% power. I've been actually known to enjoy them cold!

    Garlic parmesan wings served with a dipping sauce.

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    Garlic parmesan wings.
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    Garlic Parmesan Wings

    These garlic parmesan chicken wings are baked in a hot oven into a buttery, cheesy perfection of crispy skin and juicy meat.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time1 hr 30 mins
    Total Time1 hr 45 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 469kcal
    Author: Vered DeLeeuw
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    INGREDIENTS

    • Avocado oil spray
    • 1 cup grated Parmesan
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ¼ cup butter
    • 24 chicken wing parts flats and drumettes (about 2 lb.)

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and fit it with a rack. Spray the rack with oil.
    • In a shallow bowl, mix the Parmesan with the black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, oregano and cayenne. Set aside.
    • In a shallow microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.
    • Dip each wing into the melted butter, then dredge it in the Parmesan mixture.
    • Place the coated chicken wings on the rack. Lightly spray them with oil.
    • Bake them for 30 minutes. Then, keeping them in the oven, lower the oven temperature to "keep warm" (170 degrees F) and keep them in the warm oven for one more hour.

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    NOTES

    Be sure to use finely grated parmesan cheese and not coarsely shredded cheese.
    I usually buy "party wings" at the store, those that come separated into flats and drumettes. But sometimes I get whole wings, and then, even though standard instructions are to chop the tip of the wings off, I don't. I actually like to bake them whole, and the tips come out super crunchy, and you can just eat them, cartilage and all. Seriously, it's surprisingly good.

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    NUTRITION PER SERVING

    Serving: 6wings | Calories: 469kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Sodium: 903mg
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    Vered Deleeuw Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. Click to learn more about Vered.

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