Chicken Wing Recipes in Nearly Every Flavor Imaginable

You know what’s great any time of the year (but especially during football season)? Sticky, messy, mouthwatering chicken wings. From spicy, tangy Buffalo wings served with cooling ranch dip to crispy, sweet, and sticky Korean chicken wings, we admit that sometimes we end up paying more attention to eating these savory treats than we do the game. But if you’re tired of ordering Super Bowl chicken wings online from the same place every year, why not try some unique chicken wings recipes for yourself?

Whether you’re a dry rub or a glaze fan, making chicken wings from home is simpler than you think. For many recipes, it merely requires throwing the wings into an oven and letting them bake to get as crispy a texture as you’d like. And if you’re brave, you can try your hand at traditional deep-fried chicken wings, too.

Just for you, we’ve rounded up irresistible chicken wing recipes in nearly every flavor imaginable. Ever have dill pickle wings? No? Find the recipe in this list and get to it. You’ll also find tried-and-true classics with a tasty twist, like bourbon-maple wings and chipotle-honey wings.

Are you ready? Have a whole roll of paper towels nearby — you’re going to need them.

A version of this article was originally published in January 2016.

Wild Blueberry BBQ Chicken Wings

Image Credit: Nutmeg Nanny.

Frozen wild Maine blueberries are the star of the sauce for these chicken wings. The sauce has a deep purple color and a flavor you won’t be able to forget, thanks to the combination of blueberries, ginger, lemongrass, honey, balsamic, and more.

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Thai Peanut Chicken Wings

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Sweet, savory, and nutty, these Thai-inspired peanut chicken wings are even better than takeout. Your Super Bowl guests will be impressed.

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Pomegranate Honey Wings

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Tired of the same old wing flavors? Try these tangy pomegranate honey wings, which are made with pomegranate juice and garnished with pomegranate seeds.

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Nashville Hot Chicken Wings

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Crispy, spicy Nashville hot chicken sandwiches are one of our favorite takeout meals, and the homemade chicken wing version might be even better. They’re brined in buttermilk and pickle juice, breaded with seasoned flour, and tossed in a buttery, spicy Nashville hot sauce.

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Malaysian BBQ Chicken Wings

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These wings are loaded with flavor thanks to the salty-sweet honey, soy, and garlic marinade that gets an umami kick from fish sauce and a gorgeous color from kecap manis, also known as thick caramel sauce, which is a caramelized sugar soy sauce.

Get the recipe from Curious Nut.
Crispy Lemon Pepper Wings

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Crispy on the outside, juicy inside, these chicken wings are flavored with a sweet, spicy, and tangy lemon honey glaze.

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Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wings

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A mouthwatering blend of spices (ginger, allspice, thyme, and more), habanero pepper, and orange juice make these wings irresistibly delicious. Serve with a creamy dip to tame the habanero’s heat.

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Dr. Pepper Chicken Wings

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Dr. Pepper is the secret to these sticky charcoal-grilled wings, but other heavy hitters like Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and Goya Sazon make sure the flavor isn’t one-note.

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Dill Pickle Chicken Wings

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Not only does dill pickle brine add big flavor to these chicken wings, but it also helps keep the wings tender and moist as they cook. Baking powder makes the wings crispy even though they’re baked instead of fried.

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Cajun Honey Lime Chicken Wings

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If the thought of making your own barbecue sauce from scratch is daunting (or if you just don’t have the time), then this semi-homemade sauce is a great choice. You’ll start with bottled bbq sauce, then add a hefty scoop of Cajun seasoning, some honey, sriracha, and fresh lime juice.

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Bourbon Buffalo Wings

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The only thing that goes together better than football and wings is football and bourbon. So why not combine bourbon and wings to make the ultimate game day snack, like in this bourbon buffalo wings recipe?

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Crispy Blackberry Honey Jalapeno Chicken Wings

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We love using fruit in savory recipes. Blackberries give these crispy chicken wings a unique flavor and vibrant color, making them an unforgettable game day snack.

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Baked Korean Chicken Wings

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Korean chicken wings from a restaurant are on a whole other level, but you can make them at home without having to deep-fry, thanks to this recipe. The spicy and sweet sauce, flavored with roasted sesame oil, is finger-lickin’ good.

Get the recipe from Lemon Blossoms.
Easy 5-Spice Chicken Wings

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These baked five-spice wings are so easy you have no excuse not to make them.

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Cilantro-Lime Baked Wings

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Cilantro-lime wings and a matching dipping sauce are the perfect pair to wash down with some Coronas.

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Spicy Apple Cider-Bourbon Grilled Wings

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Smoky, sweet and spicy, these grilled wings are a snack you won’t be able to stop eating.

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Baked Honey Mustard Wings

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Tangy honey mustard and a Sriracha-horseradish dipping sauce make these wings a must-try.

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Baked Thai Chicken Wings

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Coconut milk, peanut butter, chilies, honey and soy are just the beginning of these epically flavorful Thai wings.

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Garlic-Ranch Chicken Wings

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You’re going to want to make these garlic-ranch chicken wings one 5-pound bag at a time.

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Vegetarian Buffalo Tempeh Hot Wings

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Vegetarians will love these fiber- and protein-rich tempeh Buffalo “wings.”

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Teriyaki Chicken Wing Drumettes

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Sweet and tangy teriyaki drumettes will please any crowd.

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Jalapeño-Honey Chicken Wings

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Spicy and sweet, you can’t go wrong with these jalapeño-honey chicken wings.

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Crispy Baked Orange Chicken Wings

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It’s surprisingly easy to make these sweet and sticky orange chicken wings thanks to orange marmalade.

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Sriracha-Honey Wings

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Burnished honey-sriracha wings will get your spirit up no matter which way the big game swings.

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Spicy Lemongrass Wings

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Fragrant and spicy, these lemongrass wings will become a fast favorite.

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Takeout-Style Crispy Fried Chicken Wings

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Crispy and golden, these takeout-style chicken wings practically melt in your mouth.

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Spicy Mango Chicken Wings

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“Sweet” and “heat” are all you need to hear to know these wings will be delicious.

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Peach Barbecue Chicken Wings

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Peach barbecue sauce makes these wings taste like summer.

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Empress Wings

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Soy-ginger wings baked to a crisp will be loved by all — but you might want to keep them all to yourself.

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Low-Carb Spiced Chicken Wings

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Simple spiced chicken wings are ideal for the purists at your Super Bowl party.

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Chili-Lime Baked Chicken Wings

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A crispy seven-ingredient batch of chili-lime baked chicken wings? Count us in.

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Pesto Chicken Wings

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You’ve never had pesto chicken wings, you say? Start with this recipe.

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Brown Sugar-Molasses Chicken Wings

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Lovers of sweet wings will go gaga over these, glazed with two types of sugar, molasses and honey.

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Hatch Chili Hot Wings

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Hatch chili sauce adds flavor unlike any other to these hot wings.

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Baked Orange Soda Hot Wings

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Orange soda gives these hot wings a flavor boost that will leave your guests begging for seconds.

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Crispy Baked Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings

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Make it rain salt and pepper on these crispy chicken wings.

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General Tso’s Chicken Wings

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Curb your cravings for takeout and wings in one go with this delectable recipe.

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Bourbon- & Maple-Glazed Wings

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Sweet maple and smoky bourbon hit these wings out of the park.

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Mango-Habanero Wings

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Here’s one you’ve likely never tried before: a mango-habanero glaze made with mango-habanero salsa and peach preserves.

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Lemon Herb Chicken Wings

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When most people think of wings, they think of Buffalo or barbeque but these lemon and herb-flavored wings take things in a whole new direction. The lemon is bright and refreshing and the herbs provide lots of savory goodness.

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