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Best Chicken Wing Recipe {Freezer Friendly}

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This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

I am so excited to share this recipe with you! I’ve perfected it over the years and I can really say it’s the Best Chicken Wing Recipe out there! My husband and son absolutely love them buffalo-ed (I think I just made that word up), they could eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner! But, once you follow this method for cooking chicken wings you can put any sauce on them that you like…BBQ, Teriyaki, Garlic Parmesan…the list goes on and on! This recipe is also great to make up ahead of time, pop them in the freezer, and have them ready to throw in the oven for your next get together…easy peezey, and so delicious!

Best Chicken Wing Recipe

Start out by bringing 6 qts. of water to a boil in a large stockpot.

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

While you are waiting for the water to boil, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. The foil will save you from having to clean a messy pan later…and I’m all for avoiding messes!

Preheat your oven to broil.

Once the water starts to boil, add the salt, crushed red pepper flakes, and cayenne pepper to the pot.

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

Then, add the whole bag of frozen chicken wings into the boiling water, be careful not to splash yourself…take it from someone that knows it hurts from experience! Boil the wings for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Next, transfer the wings to the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. This is where having a spider strainer really helps! You can move a bunch of them all at once instead of having to fish them out one at a time.

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

Broil the wings in the oven for 4-5 minutes, until they are nice and golden brown. Then, flip them over and broil for another 5 minutes, or until the second side is golden brown.

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

While the wings are broiling, add 1 cup of your favorite prepared wing sauce to a medium saucepan on low heat. I’m adding a little butter to our buffalo wing sauce…who doesn’t love a little butter!? If it’s you, then just leave the butter out.

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer all the wings into a large bowl.

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

Drizzle the warmed sauce over the wings and stir until they are coated well…this is about the time my husband comes wandering into the kitchen to see if he can snag a couple.

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

That’s it…just plate them up and get ready for crispy deliciousness! They are just as good, or even better, than the local wing restaurant in town! It’s not called the Best Chicken Wing Recipe for nothing!

Freezer Instructions:

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

Follow all of the directions above and let the wings cool completely. Place them in a large, freezer safe, zip lock bag and remove as much air as possible before you seal it. Keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. To heat, let the wings thaw in the refrigerator. Once thawed, place in an oven safe dish or baking sheet and heat at 375˚ for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

This is the best chicken wing recipe out there! They are crispy, delicious and baked not fried! Calling all wing lovers...you won't be disappointed! | happymoneysaver.com

Below is a printable recipe card. Enjoy!

Freezer Chicken Wings

Best Chicken Wings are easy peezey, and so delicious!
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken wings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 260kcal
Author: Karrie

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds frozen chicken wings
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup prepared wing sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter optional
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to broil. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray, and set aside.
  • Bring 6 quarts of water to a boil in a large stockpot.
  • Add salt, crushed red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper and chicken wings to boiling water.
  • Boil for 15 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken wings to the prepared baking sheet and broil in the oven for 4-5 minutes, until golden brown.
  • In the meantime, add prepared wing sauce and butter to a medium sauce pan over low heat.
  • Turn chicken wings over and broil for another 5-6 minutes, until second side is golden brown.
  • Place chicken wings in a large bowl, drizzle with warm wing sauce, and toss to coat.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Freezer Instructions: Allow the wings to cool completely and transfer to a large, freezer safe, zip lock bag. Remove as much air as possible. Can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months. To heat, let thaw in the refrigerator. Once thawed, place on a baking sheet or oven safe dish and heat in the oven at 375˚ for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 6g | Calories: 260kcal | Protein: 18g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 2497mg | Potassium: 159mg | Vitamin A: 330IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Kerry Sweeney says

    January 1, 2021

    5 stars
    I don’t eat wings. My hubby and son do. I made these for NYE and used Truff Hot Sauce and Frank’s Red Hot. I was told these were amazing. They think the spices in the boiling water really made a difference. I left mine under the broiler about 7 minutes a side just to crisp them up more but that’s a personal preference. I was happy to get rave reviews as I have never made them before. Thanks!!!

    Reply
  2. Amy says

    November 7, 2020

    If you aren’t using frozen wings how long do you leave them in the water to boil ?

    Reply
  3. Danell Dean says

    September 17, 2020

    5 stars
    OK. I am a wing expert. Boiling the chicken first?! It was only because I was in a hurry and only had frozen wings that tried this recipe. I didn’t expect much. Now, this may become my go-to. I can’t cook enough at once in my Air Fryer (which I love). This allows me to do a big batch at once. I did broil them longer than the suggested time – maybe 7 mins on each side. I usually order my wings well done. Learn something new everyday!

    Reply
  4. Dana says

    August 31, 2020

    5 stars
    I really love this method because it gets the excess fat and grisly stuff off of the wings. It’s also quicker than waiting for them to thaw. I’ve done it several times and the wings turn out great! The only bad part is cleaning up the water, I’m never sure what the best way to do that is so that none of the fat goes in the sink. I’ve settled on refrigerating it overnight and then straining it.

    Reply
  5. Leslie says

    July 25, 2020

    Broil only high or low?
    I have seen this asked multiple times but never answered….

    Reply
    • Karrie says

      July 27, 2020

      Broil on high. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Nancy Thompson says

    June 17, 2020

    Hi or Lo on the broiler? Do you wait for the water to come back to a boil and then cook cook for 15 minutes or just start the timer when you put the wings in the boil
    Ing water?
    Thank you anxious to try them!!

    Reply
    • Justin g says

      July 16, 2020

      That’s not even given good Info. You just said all the steps but not the details

      Reply
  7. Brooke Judge says

    June 8, 2020

    5 stars
    Delicious!!!!

    Reply
  8. Janis says

    May 22, 2020

    5 stars
    These were so easy and delicious!

    Reply
  9. Nancy says

    April 15, 2020

    Would you adjust the boiling time if using thawed/ never frozen wimgs? If so what would you recommend?

    Reply
  10. RustyCrowe says

    February 28, 2020

    Do you broil for 13-15 minutes or 4-6?

    Reply
    • Karrie says

      February 28, 2020

      4-5 minutes, then turn and bake an additional 4-5 minutes!

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        March 5, 2020

        Hey, Karrie
        I just want to make sure of which one is correct. At the top of the article instructions says 13-15 min broil and turn and broil another 13-15 min other side. But at printable version it says 4-6 min broil and turn and do three other side for about same amount of time. Which one is correct?

      • Karrie says

        April 1, 2020

        It’s 4-6 minutes then flip and cook an additional 5-6 minutes. I fixed that error above, thanks so much!

  11. Kjo says

    February 2, 2020

    Can I reuse the boiled water right away to make a second batch?

    Reply
    • Karrie says

      February 3, 2020

      Yes absolutely!

      Reply
  12. RYZ says

    December 6, 2019

    These are incredible and so quickly prepared. Making wings has never been easier. All other recipes pale in comparison.
    Thank you so much!!!

    Reply
  13. Dristin Johnson says

    June 30, 2018

    I may never buy takeout wings again!! These were so good!! I added a few things of my own like garlic powder and ground mustard but mostly followed the recipe as posted and I truly didnt expect them to turn out as good as they did they were a hit with the whole house!

    Reply
  14. COLLEEN says

    May 26, 2018

    These look fantastic! I love that you added a freezing option to the recipe. After they have been frozen could you reheat in a big roaster? I’m making wings for a large group…
    Thank you

    Reply
  15. Nancy says

    March 7, 2018

    Would you adjust the boiling time if using thawed/ never frozen wimgs? If so what would you recommend?

    Reply
    • Annie says

      August 5, 2019

      Nancy did you reheat these for your crowd? How did they turn out? I am doing a family reunion and will certainly have a crowd!
      Annie

      Reply
    • Nancy says

      April 15, 2020

      Was this ever answered? I’d like to know the same thing.

      Reply
  16. Stasia says

    January 10, 2018

    5 stars
    Made these today. Success! Delicious crispy, perfectly cooked wings. I personally made the mistake of adding too hot of a chili pepper in with the water and it steamed up the house in a spicy way, ouch! After starting over (and airing out the house!), making sure to flip them halfway during broiling time, and tossing them with some buffalo sauce they were a hit. This will be how I make them from now on!

    Reply
  17. Shelley says

    January 7, 2018

    4 stars
    Broil time was too long, will have to keep a closer watch the next time, Nice recipe though 🙂

    Reply
  18. Alexis says

    July 12, 2017

    Should this be broiled on low or high setting? I have my wings boiled but not sure on setting!! 🙂

    Reply
  19. Janet says

    March 26, 2017

    So love wings but prefer boneless. Any suggestions for doing something similar but either with tenders or something? Open to suggestions

    Reply
    • Angela Wisniewski says

      February 9, 2018

      Boneless wings are chicken nuggets

      Reply
      • Natalie says

        February 19, 2020

        Ahahahaha. I say this all time!!

  20. Bev says

    March 25, 2017

    5 stars
    I just made this Best Chicken Wing Recipe and it was delicious ever! Thank You very much for sharing the recipe! I will definitely make it again!

    Reply
    • Winston Cotterell says

      January 5, 2020

      5 stars
      These turned out really good. I’ll be using this recipe from now forward to make my wings. Thank you for sharing. The kids love them.

      Reply
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