Chicken Appetizers

Lean bites of chicken are lightly fried and tossed in a sweet and savory sauce. Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These Asian-style wings are far from ordinary. Marinated with soy and dijon, covered in sauce and baked to crispy perfection, they're healthier and tastier than the...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

These oven-baked honey curry chicken wings are a perfect appetizer for any party. They are sweet, savory, and spicy all at the same time.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This slow cooked chicken wing recipe is always a hit with its slightly sweet, slightly spicy flavors.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Betty White was a class act, just like her famous chicken wing recipe. A simple combination of soy sauce, brown sugar, and mustard form a delicious marinade for the...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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Made with French fried onions, boneless skinless chicken tenders, honey mustard

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

These chicken wings may have been forged in fire and brimstone but your mouth will be in heaven. Not for the faint of heart but these wings are perfect for anyone who loves a...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A marinade of soy sauce and five-spice is the secret to deep, savory flavor in these deep-fried chicken wing delights.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   1-2 hours

A fun way to dress up chicken tenders for the whole family is by coating them in goldfish crackers. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun addition to your child's...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Tired of hot wings? These crispy, garlicky wings are always a huge hit.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

When you want to really impress your guests (or yourself), it's hard to beat this recipe for chicken wings with creamy Gorgonzola sauce.

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Combine stuffing mix, cooked chicken, and broth and bake in muffin cups. For an added touch, drizzle some gravy over the top when serving.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Buttermilk is a key ingredient in this recipe for baked chicken nuggets. It gives it a slight tang and helps to keep the chicken moist.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Allow me to introduce you to a finger-licking favorite: JK's Original Western Wings. A perfect marriage of sweet and savory, these wings are destined to be the star of any...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

The hoisin sauce gives the chicken wings a rich and savory flavor, while the slow cooker ensures that the wings stays moist and juicy. These wings are perfect for a...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Tender, sticky wings in a homemade spicy honey-barbecue sauce. If a sweeter sauce is desired, skip the Tabasco.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Chicken wings are a classic favorite, and when crispy-baked wings are paired with a sweet-spicy suicide sauce, they make for an unforgettable dish.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Copy the famous wings from Hooter's at home! The key to the crispy texture is the mix of white and whole wheat flour (and a little flavor from some paprika and cayenne).

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   1-2 hours

Boneless strips of chicken are coated in a light beer batter then deep fried in oil until crispy and golden brown. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

For a laid-back cook game night, these barbecue wings deliver big on taste and convenience. Prepared mostly in the slow cooker, they make throwing together a...

Method:   oven, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

The spicy mustard mixture helps the flour adhere to the wings, giving them a nice crisp texture when fried.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Chicken wings are marinated in an olive oil, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon mixture then roasted in the oven. Then they are deep fried until crispy and tossed with a butter and...

Method:   deep fryer, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Crockpot chicken wings could be a game changer. Marinated wings get tossed in the slow cooker a few hours before you need them. No more checking the oven during the...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Think wings have to be fried to be crispy and browned on the outside? Just broil them and toss them in the slow cooker. Soy and ginger with brown sugar gives...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Batter up your chicken strips with a cayenne, cornflake topping. For a healthier alternative, pop these superstars in the oven or air fryer for that oh-so-desired crunch.

Method:   oven, air fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cumin and chili powder help heat up these hot wings. They are baked instead of fried and are falling-off-the-bone tender.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Change up your chicken wing routine with a spicy, sweet twist. These crock pot spicy honey-lime chicken wings are a game-changer for wing enthusiasts.

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

The smoky flavor pairs perfectly with the spices in the Tex-Mex blend of seasonings, and the chicken wings are grilled to perfection.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

Three types of chiles, two types of hot sauce, and an absolute heap of cayenne - what did you expect from the world's hottest wings? Not for the faint of heart, these are some...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

It was only a matter of time until the ranch dressing made it into the wings themselves. If you're more of a blue cheese person than a ranch person, just sub that in.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Just the right balance of smoky (barbecue sauce), sweet (honey), and spicy (mustard and hot sauce) to make these wings a hit with everyone who eats them.

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Put fast food nuggets to shame. Parmesan and panko give chicken that cravable, crucial crust that you know so well. Marinara or little homemade honey mustard would make...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

No matter how many wing flavors are out there, the garlic parmesan combo will never go out of style.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The trick to great slow-cooker wings? Giving them a quick, crispy broil before tossing them in the crockpot with a sweet and smoky sauce.

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

These crispy, crunchy chicken fingers aren't on the menu anymore at Chili's but you can still make them at home!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The secret is baking the wings twice, once with the seasoning and then again after the sauce is added. This recipe with honey, soy sauce, and chili sauce delivers sweet and...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This egg and chicken liver canape is a simple and delicious way to feed a crowd. It's perfect for parties as it can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge until...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Definitely a different wing than your typical Buffalo variety. A fragrant soy sauce blend made with cinnamon and cloves gives this Ethiopian chicken a distinct flavor...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Like your wings sweet and spicy? A triple threat of heat from hot sauce, chiles, and cayenne pepper is counteracted by a sweet touch of honey in this slow cooker...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with prepared mustard, chicken wings, red plum jam, soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, prepared horseradish

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Delicious Thai-style chicken wings are made by slow cooking them in a sauce made with green curry paste, Thai basil, coconut milk, fresh ginger, and cilantro.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Throw in some marinade mix and get it right every time with half the effort in this recipe. Definitely the move on game day when you've got bigger priorities...

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

Because the crock pot uses moist heat to cook, these buttery ranch chicken wings are extra tender.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Flautas de pollo are a Mexican dish made with shredded chicken, garlic, onion, tomato, and green chili peppers, fried in oil and served with salsa fresca or...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with pina colada mix, flake coconut, flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, egg, butter or...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Baked wings are the way to go for guilt-free indulgence. These ones have a tangy topping of honey, brown mustard, and onion soup mix for a textured baked coating. Might want to...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Buttermilk soaked chicken tenders are baked with a Parmesan and breadcrumb coating and served with a garlic and balsamic vinaigrette for dipping.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with bread crumbs, bacon, chicken livers, prepared mustard, olives

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

These chopped chicken livers are fit for a king, or at least a Scottish actor. They're savory, flavorful, and perfect for any party or get-together.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These spicy-sweet wings are broiled before you add them to the crockpot to give them extra texture.

Method:   oven, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours