Meat And Poultry Appetizers

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

These Cambodian chicken wings are the perfect party food. The soy sauce, brown sugar, green onions, and garlic powder all work together to create a mouth-watering marinade.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

The peanut butter adds a creamy texture and nutty flavor to these tender meatballs. Serve as is or with your favorite dipping sauce (try bbq!).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

No need for a dehydrator for this recipe. Marinated meat is microwaved similarly to bacon for a chewy, smoky jerky.

Method:   microwave
Time:   over 5 hours

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Wings are broiled first to crisp up the skin, then are slow cooked in a soy sauce mixture until done. To finish, they are drizzled with hoisin sauce and sprinkled...

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

Who says you've got to head to a sports bar for wings? These oven-baked treats with brown sugar, soy sauce and ginger will satisfy your wing craving and give you the comfort of...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

These baked wings sacrifice calories without sacrificing flavor. The wings are marinated in a zesty sauce then baked until tender. Can also be grilled.

Method:   stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

Pancake battered nuggets kissed with maple syrup split the combo of sweet and savory right down the middle.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Want a quick tip for making amazing chicken wings? Try marinating them in Italian dressing and soy sauce before baking them until crispy. Party perfect, every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 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

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

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

These savory wings are first marinated in a red wine mixture and then coated in a light batter before deep-frying. Crispy and juicy!

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   2-5 hours

Homemade boneless wings? Even better, it's tried and true buttermilk-dredged chicken with a buttery buffalo sauce.

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

Deep-fried pork meatballs are a delicious and easy to make appetizer. The bread crumb coated meatballs are fried in hot oil until golden and served with your favorite dipping...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 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

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

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

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

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

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

Skip the gas station beef sticks and make your own at home. Smoky and spicy, these are great for snacking.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

The marinade of soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, and sherry give these wings a delicious Asian-flavor.

Method:   oven
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

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

Traditional rumaki is made with chicken liver. This version uses sea scallops and water chestnuts wrapped in bacon and served with a tangy dill-mustard dipping sauce.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This carne seca (literally "dry beef") is full of flavor from a spiced marinade that gives a real bite to the smoked or oven-baked jerky strips.

Method:   smoker, oven
Time:   over 5 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

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

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

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

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Good luck trying to find a store-bought jerky as good, especially with a fiery mexican spice like this one.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Bite-sized meatballs are stuffed with feta cheese and served with a spicy jalapeno-orange glaze.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

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

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

These slow cooked buffalo wings have a Cajun kick to them. The wings are simmered in a spicy bbq sauce along with hot sauces like Tabasco and jalapeno sauce. The...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Fill pitted dates with whole almonds and wrap in strips of bacon. Pop in the oven and watch the yumminess happen.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 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

Made with dry mustard, lemon juice, kielbasa, ketchup, brown sugar, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce

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

Sweet and tangy barbecue spareribs, slowly simmered in the crock pot. Perfect finger food (albeit a little messy).

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 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

Juicy shrimp wrapped in crispy bacon, glazed with a zesty chili sauce. These spicy shrimp appetizers are a hit every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Beef samosas are the perfect party food - they're bite-sized, packed with flavor, and always a hit with guests. This version uses phyllo dough for the crust instead of making it from...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Ground beef spiced with mustard seed, garlic, and liquid smoke gets quick-cured and baked. Great with crackers and cheese or all on their own.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

A beefy version of pigs in a blanket. Savory meatballs are wrapped in crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown. Makes a great appetizer.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cheesy Andouille sausage bites baked with biscuit mix are just about the tastiest thing you can put on a toothpick. Creamy sauces like remoulade or spicy cajun mustard...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

If you can't find store bought jerky that's spicy enough, it's time to take matters into your own hands. Beef brisket gets a soak in a blazing habanero marinade before drying.

Method:   oven, dehydrator
Time:   over 5 hours