15+ Chicken Wing Recipes for Wing Night

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This guide is full of delicious smoked and grilled chicken wing recipes, plus sauces, sides, and dips to help you the hero of wing night.

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Chicken Wing Recipes for the Perfect Wing Night

When it comes to chicken wing recipes, I’ve got everything you need to become a wing night legend. I’ve got a wide array of mouthwatering flavor profiles for the grill and smoker, so you can make sure everyone at your gathering gets just what they love. Of course, any true wing master knows no wing night is complete without a proper assortment of dips and sauces. Whether you want to amp up the heat, or cool it down, I’ll help you cover all your bases. I’ll even give you the inside scoop on some yummy sides to serve at your wing party.

So if you’re ready to become a Wing Night Hero, let’s get started with some irresistible chicken wing recipes for your grill.

Grilled Chicken Wing Recipes

There’s nothing quite like crispy chicken wings hot off the grill, so I’ve put together my favorite wing recipes for the grill. If you grill with gas or charcoal, then this section was made for you.

Garlic parmesan chicken wings on a white plate.

Garlic Parmesan Wings

These Garlic Parmesan Wings are grilled to fall-off-the-bone perfection and seasoned in a simple garlic Parmesan wing sauce, so they’re ready to party.


Lemon pepper chicken wings on a cutting board next to a lemon wedge.

Lemon Pepper Wings

If you want a tangy and tasty chicken wing, you must try these grilled Lemon Pepper Wings. They’ve got a little bit of everything so they’re perfect for game day.


A chicken wing pile smothered in Buffalo sauce.

Crispy Buffalo Wings

Crispy, bite-through skin on juicy, tender wings, slathered in rich Buffalo sauce bursting with flavor and heat, my Crispy Buffalo Wings on the grill are a must for any wing lover.


Marinated chicken wing dish on a black platter sprinkled with chives.

Marinated Teriyaki Wings

These Marinated Teriyaki Wings are smoky, delicious grilled teriyaki chicken in the handheld convenience of a wing. This recipe is a keeper.


A lemon half being squeezed for juice over a chicken wing pile.

Cajun Wings

These Cajun Wings have a uniquely spicy coating of crispy, bite-through skin over tender, juicy chicken. Hit them with some fresh lemon juice for a bright touch on an already flavorful wing. Oh, and it’s all ready in 30 minutes.


Honey BBQ wings stacked on a wooden cutting board.

Honey BBQ Wings

Whether you’re making these for a party or simply looking for a tasty weeknight dinner, Honey BBQ Wings are always a major crowd-pleaser. They’re sweet and tangy, so they’re great for any occasion.


A chicken wing dish garnished with celery.

Beer Brine Chicken Wings

These Beer Brine Chicken Wings are handheld little morsels of tasty goodness. Nothing compares to a crispy, juicy wing exploding with flavor.


A white platter with Buffalo wings.

Grilled Buffalo Hot Wings

Smothered in a rich, homemade buffalo sauce and made with just a few simple ingredients, my Grilled Buffalo Hot Wings are ideal for game-day snacks and easy weeknight meals alike.


A chicken wing platter with sauces in white cups.

Grilled Chicken Wings

These Grilled Chicken Wings are the ultimate game-day snack. The recipe includes 3 sauces, so it’s perfect for watching all your favorite sports with family and friends.


Nashville chicken wing sandwiches on bread with sliced pickles.

Grilled Nashville Hot Wings

This recipe for Grilled Nashville Hot Wings gives you all the flavors of Nashville hot chicken with a smoky twist from cooking over hot coals.


Dill pickle chicken wings on a white plate.

Crunchy Grilled Dill Pickle Chicken Wings

You don’t need a special occasion to enjoy these oh-so-amazing Crunchy Grilled Dill Pickle Chicken Wings with just the right amount of tart.


Smoked Chicken Wing Recipes

If you’re like me, then you know there’s no substitute for the rich, deep flavor you get from smoking. Wether you like your wings glazed or sauced, and even if you like a whole wing, I’ve got a chicken wing recipe with your name on it.

A chicken wing pile on a wooden platter.

Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings

If you’re in the mood for Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings, this recipe gives you all of that tasty smokehouse flavor but with extra delicious crispy skin.


A Buffalo chicken wing dish on a white plate with garnish.

Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Wings

Slow smoked to tender perfection, then tossed in my homemade Buffalo sauce, these Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Wings live up to the name.


Jerk chicken wings and a cup of ranch on butcher paper.

Smoked Jerk Chicken Wings

These Smoked Jerk Chicken Wings are the wings you never knew you needed. Smoky, spicy, and incredibly tender, these finger-licking-good jerk chicken wings will disappear fast.


A white platter with chicken wings and a cup of sauce.

Smoked Then Fried Chicken Wings

These Smoked Then Fried Chicken Wings bring you the best of both wing worlds. With an extra layer of flavor from flash-frying after a slow smoke.


A black platter with a pile of chicken wings, in front of bottles of rub and glaze.

Sweet Heat Smoker Chicken Wings

Sticky with Sweet Heat Glaze, these Smoker Chicken Wings are juicy, fall-off-the-bone tender, and bursting with rich, sweet notes and powerful, smoky flavor.


Chicken Wing Alternative Recipes

I love a crispy chicken wing recipe as much as anyone, but sometimes you need to shake things up. If you want to expand your menu while staying true to the spirit of wing night, then I’ve got a couple secret weapons for you.

Buffalo chicken bites on a black platter with celery sticks and a bowl of ranch.

Grilled Buffalo Chicken Bites

Smothered in rich, buttery Buffalo sauce and bursting with juicy, tender, chicken flavor, these Grilled Buffalo Chicken Bites make a simple snack or meal in half an hour.


Smoked turkey legs on a wooden platter next to a bowl of gravy.

Smoked Turkey Wings

You haven’t lived until you’ve had Smoked Turkey Wings with gravy dipping sauce. If you love the flavors of Thanksgiving, but don’t feel up to cooking the entire meal, these turkey wings come ready to satisfy.


Chicken Wing Condiment Recipes

You can enjoy wings without sauces or dips, but what’s the point of that? When you’re ready to take your wing night from awesome to unforgettable, just add some of these simple and delicious sauces.

A bowl filled with chicken wings with Buffalo sauce being poured onto them from a mason jar.

Spicy Sweet Buffalo Sauce

My Buffalo Sauce is sweet, rich, and has just the right amount of heat to give wings and all your other favorite meats a new depth of flavor.


A hand dipping a chicken wing into a white cup of ranch dressing.

Homemade Ranch Dressing

When your hot wings need a cooling touch, my Homemade Ranch Dressing is the move. It’s made with fresh ingredients from scratch, and it’s ready in just minutes.


Blue cheese dressing in a blue pot on a black surface sprinkled with blue cheese crumbles.

Blue Cheese Crumble Dressing

If you’re looking for a creamy, crumbly flavor punch in a dressing or dip, then try this Blue Cheese Crumble Dressing. It’s ready in minutes with no cooking, and it just uses a handful of simple ingredients.


Buffalo ranch dip in a blue bowl on a white platter with hush puppies.

Buffalo Ranch Sauce

This homemade Buffalo Ranch Sauce is the perfect mix of spicy and cool, blending a kick of Buffalo sauce with a creamy ranch for the ultimate dip.


The Best Chicken Wing Side Recipes

You’ve got some awesome wing recipes to choose from, but awesome wings alone don’t make it a party. When you’re ready to bring your wing night together with some killer sides, then you need to check out the Hey Grill Hey App or the Sides Section of your recipe library. From fresh, grilled veggies to light and invigorating salads, there’s something for everyone. For now, here are some sides perfect for wings to try at your next gathering:

More Chicken Wing Recipes, Tips, and Tricks

I hope this guide gives you the chicken wing recipes (and everything else) you need to host a legendary wing night. Make sure you’re following me on Instagram, Facebook, and my YouTube channel. I’m always sharing new recipes, tips, and ticks to help you master the art of chicken wings.

When you’re ready to take your chicken wing game to a whole new level, head over to The Grill Squad. I’ve got an in-depth course on smoked chicken, covering everything from buying it to reheating leftovers, so you can become a Backyard BBQ Hero.

About

FOUNDER/BBQ BOSS LADY

Susie is the BBQ Brain behind the Hey Grill Hey website. Her passion for smoked meats and developing fun, new recipes have landed her on the Food Network, cooking turkeys with Shaq, and on a couple of Guinness World Records. When she’s not grilling, she is hanging out with Todd and their three kids, preferably outdoors!

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