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These Garlic Parmesan Wings are crispy, buttery, and packed with cozy, savory flavor—no frying required. Tossed in melted butter, fresh garlic, and plenty of Parmesan, these chicken wings are an easy appetizer that disappears fast whether it’s game day or a busy weeknight dinner.
For another game day appetizer idea, this Rotel Dip is one of the most popular recipes here on All Things Mamma! My Million Dollar Dip and Buffalo Chicken Dip are also crowd-pleasers that’s super easy to make.
Why you’ll love this garlic Parmesan chicken wings recipe!
If there’s anything better than crisp, buttery chicken wings coated in a nutty Parmesan cheese sauce I don’t know what it is! These garlic Parmesan wings are one of my favorite ways to prepare wings, and I know you’re going to love them!
These wings are perfect to bring to a potluck or when you’ve been invited to watch the big game at a friend’s house. But I also will make them for dinner to mix things up. Just add mashed potatoes, a vegetable or salad, or rice to make a well-rounded meal.
- Big flavor, no fryer: You get golden, crispy wings straight from the oven.
- Family-friendly: No heat means everyone at the table can enjoy them.
- Perfect for parties: These wings stay saucy and flavorful even as they sit out.
- Simple ingredients: Pantry staples come together for restaurant-style wings.
Want more wings? Try my Baked Buffalo Wings, Crockpot Buffalo Wings, or Instant Pot Hot Wings.
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Ingredients for Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
- Chicken wings – Two pounds of chicken wings.
- Garlic powder – For lots of savory flavor.
- Smoked paprika – To give a bit of smokiness and color.
- Butter – I use unsalted butter, but you can use salted butter.
- Garlic – Add more garlic if you like a lot of garlic flavor. Have extra? Here’s how to freeze garlic.
- Parmesan cheese – Finely grated melts into the sauce instead of clumping.
- Chives – I use fresh herbs in this recipe.
Variations
- Garlic Parmesan Buffalo Wings: Add 2–3 tablespoons of buffalo sauce to the butter mixture.
- Lemon Garlic Parmesan Wings: Add lemon zest with the Parmesan and chives.
How to Make Garlic Parmesan Wings
- Season: Pat the chicken wings dry and toss with the oil and seasonings. Spread the wings out on the wire rack. Drizzle with oil.
- Cook: Bake the wings for 45 to 50 minutes, until they are cooked through and start to turn a bit crispy.
- Make the sauce: When the wings are almost cooked, heat the butter over medium heat until just melted. Remove from the heat, then stir in the minced garlic, chives, and ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese. Pour the sauce mixture into a large bowl. Once the wings are done, add to the bowl and toss with the sauce.
- Serve: Serve immediately, garnishing the top with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve garlic Parmesan wings as an appetizer or round them out to make a main meal! Here are some suggestions for what to serve with these cheesy wings:
- Potatoes – Potatoes and chicken are a natural pairing. Try my Classic Mashed Potatoes, Loaded Mashed Potatoes, or Crispy Smashed Potatoes alongside garlic Parmesan wings.
- Salad – Go lighter and add a salad. My raw Broccoli Salad, classic Potato Salad, juicy Fresh Corn Salad, or super fresh Summer Salad would be delicious with wings.
- Macaroni salad – I love a simple macaroni salad for a cold and creamy counterpoint to garlic parmesan wings!
- Rice – Rice will nicely round out a plate of wings. Try my Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole or Instant Pot Rice for a satisfying side.
How to Store Garlic Parmesan Wings
- Refrigerate: Store leftover wings in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven or air fryer to bring back crispiness.
- Avoid microwaving: It softens the skin and dulls the flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
The sauce for these garlic Parmesan wings consists of butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and chives.
No, they’re completely mild. That’s why they’re such a hit with kids and picky eaters.
If you’re serving wings as an appetizer, the number of wings is 3-5 per person (about 1 pound per person). If you’re planning on wings as a main dish, do 6-10 wings per person.
Yes, but thaw them completely and dry them well before baking.
More Delicious Chicken Recipes
Main Dishes
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Appetizers & Snacks
Buffalo Chicken Nachos
Soups and Salads
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Slow Cooker
4-Ingredient Crock Pot Chicken Tacos
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Garlic Parmesan Wings
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 400℉. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack over the top, set aside.
- In a small bowl, toss together the salt, pepper, garlic powder and smoked paprika. Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel, then season all over with the spice mixture.2 teaspoons kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, 2 pounds chicken wings
- Spread the wings out evenly on the wire rack, making sure they are not crowded so air can circulate in between them. Drizzle the olive oil over the top.2 tablespoons olive oil
- Bake the wings for 45 to 50 minutes until they are cooked through and start to turn a bit crispy.
- When the wings are almost cooked, heat the butter over medium heat until just melted. Remove from the heat, then stir in the minced garlic, chives and ¼ cup of the Parmesan cheese. Pour the sauce mixture into a large bowl. Once the wings are done, add to the bowl and toss with the sauce. Serve immediately, garnishing the top with the remaining Parmesan cheese.6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 4 cloves garlic, finely minced, 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
- Toss wings in sauce while they’re still hot so it coats evenly.
- Serve immediately for the crispiest texture.
These look so good 😍 Crispy, garlicky, and cheesy — total crowd-pleaser!
These were a total hit when I tried them. Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavour!
These look absolutely irresistible 🤤
So good! Even my picky eater asked for more.
I’ve tried a lot of versions of this recipe, but this one is by far the best!
Wondering about bake time for boneless wings.