The Best PEOPLE Chicken Wing Recipes for Super Bowl Sunday

Mar. 15, 2025

Photo: Antonis Achilleos

One of the real MVPs of theSuper BowlSunday experience is none other than the chicken wing.While there’sno shortage of game-day munchies— from dips and chips and salsa to pizza and sandwiches — chicken wings remain the undisputed champions of the spread. According to the National Chicken Council, 1.47 billion chicken wings are expected to be devoured during Super Bowl LIX (up slightly from 2024).Ahead of the 2025 Super Bowl, it’s time to map out your menu. If you’re looking to spice up your wing game beyond the standard BBQ or buffalo fare, we’ve got you covered with crowd-pleasing recipes that’ll surely impress your guests' taste buds.Coated in sweet glazes and savory sauces, here are the best chicken wing recipes for the ultimate Super Bowl feast.

One of the real MVPs of theSuper BowlSunday experience is none other than the chicken wing.

While there’sno shortage of game-day munchies— from dips and chips and salsa to pizza and sandwiches — chicken wings remain the undisputed champions of the spread. According to the National Chicken Council, 1.47 billion chicken wings are expected to be devoured during Super Bowl LIX (up slightly from 2024).

Ahead of the 2025 Super Bowl, it’s time to map out your menu. If you’re looking to spice up your wing game beyond the standard BBQ or buffalo fare, we’ve got you covered with crowd-pleasing recipes that’ll surely impress your guests' taste buds.

Coated in sweet glazes and savory sauces, here are the best chicken wing recipes for the ultimate Super Bowl feast.

01of 10Red Curry Chicken Wings with Crushed PeanutsFred Hardy IIMolly Bazpromises a flavorful experience with her red curry wing recipe — featured in her cookbook,More Is More: Get Loose in the Kitchen— describing it as “spicy and pungent, bright and crunchy and, most importantly, very messy.““If you’re not licking your fingers at the end, you did it wrong,” added the celebrity chef.Get the recipeHERE.

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Red Curry Chicken Wings with Crushed Peanuts

Fred Hardy II

Molly Bazpromises a flavorful experience with her red curry wing recipe — featured in her cookbook,More Is More: Get Loose in the Kitchen— describing it as “spicy and pungent, bright and crunchy and, most importantly, very messy.”

“If you’re not licking your fingers at the end, you did it wrong,” added the celebrity chef.

Get the recipeHERE.

02of 10Honey Pepper Glazed Chicken WingsAntonis Achilleos"This recipe takes wings beyond Buffalo or barbecue flavors,” saidDale Talde, chef-owner ofGoosefeatherrestaurant in Tarrytown, N.Y., who combines fish sauce, honey, lime juice and more to make his Super Bowl dish.Get the recipeHERE.

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Honey Pepper Glazed Chicken Wings

Antonis Achilleos

“This recipe takes wings beyond Buffalo or barbecue flavors,” saidDale Talde, chef-owner ofGoosefeatherrestaurant in Tarrytown, N.Y., who combines fish sauce, honey, lime juice and more to make his Super Bowl dish.

03of 10Grilled Sweet-Chili Chicken WingsVictor Protasio"I love this recipe for its simplicity. It’s easy to get the ingredients and turn them into total deliciousness,” saidBryce Shuman, the executive chef atSweetbriarrestaurant in New York City. “The wings are smoky, sweet and tangy with a slight heat that disappears quickly. They’re meaty little devils that are super fun to eat!“Get the recipeHERE.

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Grilled Sweet-Chili Chicken Wings

Victor Protasio

“I love this recipe for its simplicity. It’s easy to get the ingredients and turn them into total deliciousness,” saidBryce Shuman, the executive chef atSweetbriarrestaurant in New York City. “The wings are smoky, sweet and tangy with a slight heat that disappears quickly. They’re meaty little devils that are super fun to eat!”

04of 10Honey-Garlic Chicken WingsCaitlin BenselSingerKelis' recipe takes less than an hour from start to finish, making them simple to whip up before tailgates and viewing parties.“This sweet and spicy combo is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser,” noted the “Milkshake” singer, who founded theBounty & Fullsauce line.Get the recipeHERE.

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Honey-Garlic Chicken Wings

Caitlin Bensel

SingerKelis' recipe takes less than an hour from start to finish, making them simple to whip up before tailgates and viewing parties.

“This sweet and spicy combo is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser,” noted the “Milkshake” singer, who founded theBounty & Fullsauce line.

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Greek-Style Chicken Wings with Feta

Jennifer Causey

06of 10Chicken Wings with Chipotle-Pineapple SauceGreg DuPreeBrining is the secret to making moist, juicy and perfectly seasoned chicken wings every time — and what you add to the brine can make all the difference in flavor. Steve McHugh, the chef-owner ofCuredin San Antonio, uses a mixture of cilantro, jalapeño, garlic and lime juice for a bright taste that works perfectly with his tangy chipotle dipping sauce.Get the recipeHERE.

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Chicken Wings with Chipotle-Pineapple Sauce

Greg DuPree

Brining is the secret to making moist, juicy and perfectly seasoned chicken wings every time — and what you add to the brine can make all the difference in flavor. Steve McHugh, the chef-owner ofCuredin San Antonio, uses a mixture of cilantro, jalapeño, garlic and lime juice for a bright taste that works perfectly with his tangy chipotle dipping sauce.

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Balsamic BBQ Chicken Wings

“Go for the basic stuff,” the Los Angeles-based chef said. “A high-end vinegar will be too mellow and get lost in the sauce.”

08of 10Sticky Thai Chicken WingsVictor ProtasioKevin Rathbun, who represented Atlanta at the 2019Taste of the NFLparty, shared a flavorful version with a green curry sauce. The flaked coconut sprinkled on top adds a nice crunch.Get the recipeHERE.

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Sticky Thai Chicken Wings

Kevin Rathbun, who represented Atlanta at the 2019Taste of the NFLparty, shared a flavorful version with a green curry sauce. The flaked coconut sprinkled on top adds a nice crunch.

09of 10Honey-Soy Chicken Wings with Yogurt Dipping SaucePhotographer Tara Donne, Prop Stylist Raina Kattelson, Food Stylist Hadas Smirnoff.Tara DonneAmy Schumerand her husband, chefChris Fischer, shared a recipe for their simple baked wings coated in a “sweet and succulent glaze” and served with tangy parsley-and-shallot yogurt sauce.Get the recipeHERE.

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Honey-Soy Chicken Wings with Yogurt Dipping Sauce

Photographer Tara Donne, Prop Stylist Raina Kattelson, Food Stylist Hadas Smirnoff.Tara Donne

Amy Schumerand her husband, chefChris Fischer, shared a recipe for their simple baked wings coated in a “sweet and succulent glaze” and served with tangy parsley-and-shallot yogurt sauce.

10of 10Pineapple Juice and Brown Sugar Chicken WingsDavid TsayOffering a sweet take on the classic, sportscasterErin Andrews' favorite wings are simmered in brown sugar and pineapple juice and can be served with a healthy side of brown rice.Get the recipeHERE.

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Pineapple Juice and Brown Sugar Chicken Wings

David Tsay

Offering a sweet take on the classic, sportscasterErin Andrews' favorite wings are simmered in brown sugar and pineapple juice and can be served with a healthy side of brown rice.

source: people.com