Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsThe Half NelsonChicken Wings Recipe

Chicken Wings Recipe

Inspired by The Half Nelson
Time1h
Serves4

Choose from buffalo, BBQ, or garlic parmesan.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Wings

Buffalo Sauce

BBQ Sauce

Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Chicken Wings

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Season the Wings

    Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken wings. Sprinkle salt and black pepper on top. Toss the wings until they are evenly coated.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Bake the Wings

    Spread the seasoned chicken wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the wings are crispy and cooked through.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Make Buffalo Sauce

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the hot sauce and garlic powder. Stir until well combined. Remove from heat.

  2. 5

    Make BBQ Sauce

    In a bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.

  3. 6

    Make Garlic Parmesan Sauce

    In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic (from the garlic cloves) and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and parsley until well combined.

Serving

  1. 7

    Toss the Wings

    Once the chicken wings are cooked, remove them from the oven. Divide them into three bowls. Toss each portion in one of the sauces: Buffalo, BBQ, or Garlic Parmesan.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Serve the wings hot with your choice of dipping sauce and celery sticks on the side.

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