Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

Name: Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs Chicken Wings; 6 tablespoons butter melted; 3/4 cup fresh finely shredded Parmesan Cheese; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley; Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing

September 5, 2020 by Beth Pierce 104 Comments

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Mouthwatering baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings are the perfect party appetizer, game day food, or tasty snack. They can be prepared with either fresh or frozen wings and are always a hit. I love to serve them on movie nights with Cream Cheese Wontons and Pork Dumplings.

Fall will be here before we know it, and it will be all things football and basketball. Is there a better way to enjoy friends, family, and good food? These Garlic Parmesan Chicken wings are delicious, easy, and perfect for game day. Better yet, this weekend is Father’s Day, and this garlic Parmesan chicken wings recipe would hit the spot just right. These beauties are baked, not fried, and the recipe can accommodate both frozen and fresh. You can serve them with any dipping sauce, but my favorites are blue cheese and ranch dressing. They are coated in garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a perfect blend of spices! They are so full of tantalizing taste bud flavors!!

How do you make Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings?

First, arrange your chicken wings in a single layer on a baking sheet that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray or covered with aluminum foil that has been coated with nonstick baking spray. I use an old cookie sheet for these. Bake them until they are lightly browned, flipping halfway through the baking process. It usually takes about 40 minutes to lightly brown.

While they are cooking, melt the butter and add the finely shredded Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and parsley. Gently fold in the wings and stir to coat. Return the wings to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-20 minutes, depending on how crispy you like them. For added crispness, turn the broiler on for the last few minutes of cooking but keep a close eye on them because broilers are very unpredictable. If desired, garnish with additional parsley and fresh Parmesan. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

How to make Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

Recipe notes and helpful tips

You can use either fresh or frozen wings. I usually add a couple of extra minutes for frozen wings.
I like my wings extra crispy. You should adjust the time based on how crispy you like them.
For ease with clean up, spray your baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or line your baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Use fresh, finely grated Parmesan. It is worth every penny because it is flavor packed.
For added crispiness, turn the broiler on during the last few minutes of cooking but stay close because broilers are unpredictable.
They are delicious with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.

Crispy chicken wings baked with fresh Parmesan cheese, garlic and Italian parsley.

How to make these wings in an air fryer!

Place the wings in the cooking basket in a single layer with a little space between them. Cook for 10 minutes at 400 degrees, turning halfway through the cooking process. Combine the butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and parsley. Gently fold the wings in the butter mixture, pressing to coat. Place the wings back in the air fryer in a single layer with a little space between them. Cook for another 10 minutes turning halfway through.

One bite of these, and you will want to eat all of them! Are you doing any entertaining this summer or fall? In my world, there is never a bad time for having friends and family over.

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