This tasteful Garlic Parmesan Wings are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside and coated with a heavenly blend of garlic and Parmesan cheese.
An absolute must for game day, these tasty wings also make a great weeknight dinner! Your friends and family will be fighting over the last one – so good!
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Wings are on the menu most weekends, as they are the most requested appetizer on game days.
We love wings any way (try my Lemon Pepper Wings and BBQ Air Fryer Chicken Wings), but lately these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings have been stealing the show. Whether you choose to bake or air fry, these wings are sure to be the MVP of your game day lineup.
Each wing is seasoned, fried or… air fried, tossed in a garlic butter sauce and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese that is roasted to golden brown perfection.
Simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions create wings with maximum flavor and minimum fuss. My favorite kind of recipe.
Who says you have to wait for game day to enjoy these extra delicious wings? Our Parmesan Garlic Wings recipe brings the perfect blend of flavor and texture to your dinner table any night of the week!
Why you’ll love this recipe
Of course, these delicious wings are perfect for game day gatherings! – but also wonderful for movie nights, barbecues, family gatherings or even a nice weeknight dinner.
Whether you bake it or air fry it (instructions for both variations are in the recipe card below), the wings are perfectly crispy on the outside and so juicy and flavorful on the inside.
5 SECRETS TO GET DINNER ON THE TABLE…FAST!
- Tasteful: The combination of garlic, Parmesan cheese and herbs in this recipe can’t be beat – the wings smell as good as they taste!
- Bake or Airfry: I like to offer both cooking options because some prefer to air fry while others prefer to fry their wings. This recipe works for both cooking styles with superior results.
- Easy to make: I love that these wings take just a few minutes of preparation and can be enjoyed in a variety of settings: dinner, game day, barbecues, holidays, etc.
How to Make Parmesan Garlic Wings
Making these garlic parmesan wings is a piece of cake. Let’s quickly see how to make this recipe and as always: The full printable recipe with full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Wing preparation. Pat the wings dry so that the butter and herbs stick to them. Mix them with melted butter.
- Herb mix. Combine the herbs and sprinkle over the wings. Rub gently to coat the wings evenly.
- Cook. Bake in the oven or air fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Garlic butter and Parmesan cheese. Combine melted butter and garlic and mix with wings. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and place back in the oven or air fryer until the cheese is light brown.
- Serve and enjoy. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve with your favorite dipping sauce. To enjoy!
Storage and preparation information
- Make progress: These wings are a great recipe to make ahead. Season the wings and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to a day in advance.
- Leftovers: Store leftover cooked wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the wings in the oven or air fryer at 375°F for about 10 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.
- Freezing: Freeze cooked and cooled wings in a freezer-safe, airtight container for up to 3 months. For easy removal, freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet for 30 minutes before transferring to a freezer-safe container. Reheat from the freezer or thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat as above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen wings?
That’s certainly possible! Thaw completely and then pat dry before continuing with the recipe.
How do I store leftovers?
Leftover wings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can fried wings be frozen?
Yes! Freeze the wings on a baking tray lined with baking paper for about 1 hour. Transfer to a freezer-safe ziplock bag, making sure to squeeze out any excess air. Wings can be frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw the wings in the refrigerator overnight. Bake at 375°F for 10 to 15 minutes or until done.
Can this recipe be doubled?
Are a lot of friends and family coming over for a games day? Then you’ll want to double this recipe. Be sure to give the wings plenty of room while baking or frying. You want the air to flow freely around the wings so they get nice and crispy.
What types of chicken wings are best?
For this recipe you will want to use wingettes and drumettes. Those pieces (the 1st and 2nd segments) contain the most meat.
Trish’s tips
- Give the wings a lot of space on the rack so that air can circulate and the wings cook evenly and crispy.
- If your wings did not come as wingettes and drumettes, you will have to do that remove the wing tip and they cut them in two at the joint.
- Dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels. This not only ensures that the wings get nice and crispy in the oven, but also ensures that the olive oil mixture adheres to the skin of the wing.
- Cook the wings on a rack sprayed with nonstick cooking spray so they stay in place wings do not stick and become extra crispy.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the wings for doneness. You are looking for an internal temperature of 165°F.
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Garlic Parmesan Wings
This tasteful Garlic Parmesan Wings are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside and coated with a heavenly blend of garlic and Parmesan cheese.
An absolute must for game day, these tasty wings also make a great weeknight dinner! Your friends and family will be fighting over the last one – so good!
Cooking time 20 minutes minutes
Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken wings cut into drumettes and wingettes
- 2 tablespoons salt butter molten
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon ground white pepper or ground black pepper
Garlic Parmesan coating
- 6 tablespoons salt butter molten
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Fried Wings
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and place a rack on top. Spray the rack with nonstick cooking spray. Put aside.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl. Drizzle two tablespoons of butter over it and stir.
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, and white pepper (or black pepper, if using).
- Sprinkle herbs over the tops of the wings and gently rub them into both sides of each wing.
- Place the wings in a single layer on the prepared rack and baking sheet. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, turning the wings halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the wings are baking, combine the remaining 6 tablespoons melted butter and minced garlic in a medium bowl. When the wings are done, remove them from the oven and toss them with the garlic butter mixture.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the wings and place the wings back on the grill. Place back in the oven and continue baking until the Parmesan cheese is light brown.
- Serve with ranch and a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley.
Air fryer wings
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl. Drizzle two tablespoons of butter over it and stir.
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, and white pepper (or black pepper, if using). Sprinkle herbs over the tops of the wings and gently rub them into both sides of each wing.
- Fry the wings in an even layer in the air fryer for 8 to 10 minutes on one side, being careful not to overcrowd them. Turn the wings over and air fry for another 7 to 9 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. (You will most likely have to do this in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.)
- While the wings are air frying, combine the remaining 6 tablespoons melted butter and minced garlic in a medium bowl. When the wings are ready, remove them from the air fryer and toss them with the garlic butter mixture.
- Sprinkle the wings with the grated Parmesan cheese and place them in the air fryer for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the Parmesan cheese is lightly browned.
- Serve with ranch and a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley.
Comments
Parmesan Cheese – I used store bought grated Parmesan cheese because it covers the wings better. If you use freshly grated Parmesan cheese, make sure it is finely grated. Keep in mind that fresh Parmesan cheese tends to melt instead of crisping, so the texture will be different.
Storage and preparation information
- Make progress: These wings are a great recipe to make ahead. Season the wings and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to a day in advance.
- Leftovers: Store leftover cooked wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the wings in the oven or air fryer at 375°F for about 10 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.
- Freezing: Freeze cooked and cooled wings in a freezer-safe, airtight container for up to 3 months. For easy removal, freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet for 30 minutes before transferring to a freezer-safe container. Reheat from the freezer or thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat as above.
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Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 2G | Egg white: 18G | Fat: 31G | Saturated fat: 15G | Polyunsaturated fat: 3G | Monounsaturated fat: 10G | Trans fat: 1G | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 1102mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 0.2G | Sugar: 0.1G | Vitamin A: 660IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 1mg
