When friends show up for the game, wings are the real starting lineup. These 15 recipes give you enough variety to keep everyone happy from kickoff to the last play. We like having a mix of methods so the cooking never gets overwhelming. The party runs itself when the wings are right.

A plate of crispy fried chicken wings garnished with sliced red chili and green onions, served with lemon wedges and a bowl of black pepper on the side.
Mouth-Watering Chinese Salt And Pepper Chicken Wings . Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Ginger Lime Sticky Wings

Crispy wings coated in sticky ginger-lime glaze with char around edges.
Ginger Lime Sticky Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Ginger Lime Sticky Wings cook in about 35 minutes with wings, ginger, and lime. The glaze keeps people coming back for more.
Get the Recipe: Ginger Lime Sticky Wings

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken Wings

Chicken wings slow cooked in sweet chili sauce falling off bone.
Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken Wings finish in about 4 hours with wings and bottled sauce. We set these out and forget about them.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken Wings

Crispy Easy Air Fryer Chicken Wings With Italian Seasoning

Close-up of a plate of seasoned and grilled chicken wings garnished with herbs. Lemon wedges are visible in the background, adding a hint of color. The wings appear crispy and well-cooked, resting on a dark plate.
Crispy Easy Air Fryer Chicken Wings With Italian Seasoning. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Crispy Easy Air Fryer Chicken Wings With Italian Seasoning cook in about 20 minutes with wings and simple spices. They stay crisp without frying oil.
Get the Recipe: Crispy Easy Air Fryer Chicken Wings With Italian Seasoning

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings

Air fryer garlic parmesan wings crisp with cheese and garlic coating.
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings are ready in about 20 minutes with wings, butter, and parmesan. We make these when the crowd wants classic flavors.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings

Cajun Smoked Turkey Wings

Deeply smoked turkey wings coated in Cajun seasoning arranged on a platter.
Cajun Smoked Turkey Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Cajun Smoked Turkey Wings cook in about 2 hours with turkey wings and Cajun rub. They bring big flavor to any spread.
Get the Recipe: Cajun Smoked Turkey Wings

Sizzling Shanghai Wings

Chicken wings fried Shanghai-style with spicy crisp coating.
Sizzling Shanghai Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Sizzling Shanghai Wings finish in about 30 minutes with wings and a bold Asian glaze. The sticky sauce steals attention fast.
Get the Recipe: Sizzling Shanghai Wings

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

Lemon pepper chicken wings with crisp skin and visible coarse pepper seasoning.
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings cook in about 25 minutes with wings and bright seasoning. They balance rich snacks on the table.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken Wings

Buttermilk-brined wings grilled with golden crispy skin and deep seasoning across the surface.
Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken Wings cook in about 35 minutes with wings and tangy brine. We love how tender these turn out.
Get the Recipe: Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken Wings

Breaded Smoked and Fried Buffalo Wings

Breaded Smoked and Fried Buffalo Wings. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Breaded Smoked and Fried Buffalo Wings finish in about 1 hour with wings and hot sauce. They taste like game day tradition done right.
Get the Recipe: Breaded Smoked and Fried Buffalo Wings

Sriracha Honey Sticky Wings

Sriracha honey sticky wings coated in glossy spicy-sweet sauce piled high on a tray.
Sriracha Honey Sticky Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Sriracha Honey Sticky Wings cook in about 30 minutes with wings, honey, and heat. The sweet spice keeps plates moving.
Get the Recipe: Sriracha Honey Sticky Wings

Air Fryer Pickle Brined Chicken Wings

Air fryer pickle brined wings crisped with seasoning on golden skin.
Air Fryer Pickle Brined Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Air Fryer Pickle Brined Chicken Wings finish in about 20 minutes with wings and pickle juice. The brine adds flavor with no extra effort.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pickle Brined Chicken Wings

Sriracha & Bourbon Chicken Wings

Chicken wings coated in sriracha bourbon glaze sticky and shiny.
Sriracha & Bourbon Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Sriracha & Bourbon Chicken Wings cook in about 35 minutes with wings and a bold glaze. We make these when we want something memorable.
Get the Recipe: Sriracha & Bourbon Chicken Wings

Chinese Salt And Pepper Chicken Wings

A black plate of glazed chicken wings arranged in a circle around a small bowl of dipping sauce on a dark wooden table.
Chinese Salt And Pepper Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Chinese Salt And Pepper Chicken Wings cook in about 25 minutes with wings and simple seasoning. They disappear as fast as they land.
Get the Recipe: Chinese Salt And Pepper Chicken Wings

Smoked Chicken Wings

Smoked chicken wings with crispy skin coated in dry rub seasoning.
Smoked Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Smoked Chicken Wings cook in about 1 hour with wings and dry rub. The smoky flavor makes them party favorites.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Wings

Baked Sticky Honey Sesame Chicken Wings

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Baked Sticky Honey Sesame Chicken Wings. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

Baked Sticky Honey Sesame Chicken Wings finish in about 40 minutes with wings and sesame glaze. They feel fancy without extra work.
Get the Recipe: Baked Sticky Honey Sesame Chicken Wings

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About the Author

Kita Roberts is the meat maven and award-winning recipe developer behind Girl Carnivoreยฎ, with 15+ years of grilling, smoking, and cooking experience. Her recipes are tested on everything from backyard grills to professional smokers – and always built for real home cooks.
As the lead creative force behind Girl Carnivoreยฎ, she is widely recognized as an authority on all things meat.

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