Description
Crispy garlic parmesan wings deliver a flavor explosion that transports diners straight to comfort food heaven. Zesty parmesan and garlic create an irresistible coating you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
Seasonings and Flavoring:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Fats and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) lemon juice
Instructions
- Fire up the oven to a scorching 400°F or prepare the air fryer at the same temperature for crispy wing preparation.
- Thoroughly blot chicken wings with paper towels, eliminating all surface moisture to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Liberally season wings with salt and pepper, creating a foundational flavor profile.
- For oven method, strategically spread wings on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they aren’t overcrowded, and roast for 35-40 minutes, rotating midway to guarantee even browning.
- Air fryer enthusiasts should arrange wings in a single uncrowded layer, cooking for 20-25 minutes and shaking the basket halfway through to achieve uniform crispness.
- Create a luxurious sauce by gently melting butter in a saucepan, then introducing minced garlic and allowing it to become fragrant for 1-2 minutes.
- Incorporate parmesan cheese, freshly chopped parsley, and a splash of bright lemon juice into the butter mixture, whisking until harmoniously combined.
- Once wings reach golden perfection, immediately transfer them into the aromatic garlic parmesan sauce, thoroughly coating each piece.
- Elevate the presentation by sprinkling additional fresh parsley and serving alongside a complementary dipping sauce for added excitement.
Notes
- Pat wings thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispy exterior and help sauce adhere perfectly.
- Shake or flip wings midway through cooking guarantees even browning and prevents burning on one side.
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for richer flavor compared to pre-packaged alternatives.
- Adjust cooking time based on wing size to prevent drying out meat while maintaining golden-brown crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg