Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

Garlic parmesan chicken wings are crispy, golden-fried delights tossed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce and coated with freshly grated parmesan for a savory, irresistible flavor.

Prep Time10

Course: Chicken Recipe

Cuisine: Filipino Recipe

Keyword: fried chicken wings, garlic parmesan chicken, parmesan cheese

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 223kcal

Author: Manny

Ingredients

1 kilo chicken wings cut into 2 pcs
1/2 tsp. salt and pepper
1 Tbsp. calamansi juice
1 cup cornstarch for breading
cooking oil for frying

For the glaze:

100 grams 1/2 cup butter or margarine
3/4 cup Fresh Parmesan cheese grated
5 cloves garlic minced
2 pcs siling labuyo chopped
2 Tbsp. spring onions chopped + for garnishing

Instructions

How to Cook Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings:

Combine chicken, calamansi juice, salt and pepper in a bowl. Marinate the chicken for 1 hour.
Coat the chicken with cornstarch by putting it in the plastic back and shake it until well coated. You can also just dredge the chicken with the cornstarch in a bowl if you don't want to use plastic bags.
Heat oil in a frying pan about 3 cups then fry the chicken until golden brown. Place on a paper towel lined plate and set aside.
To make the chicken crispier, you can refry the chicken in high heat for a few seconds then set aside again.
Heat another empty pan or wok and melt the butter. Then put the garlic and saute until fragrant.
Turn off heat and add the spring onion and siling labuyo then stir. Let it cool for 2 minutes then add in the parmesan cheese. Stir until well mixed.
Add in the chicken and toss it well until the chicken is well coated with the parmesan-butter mixture.
Transfer to a serving dish and serve it with honey mustard dressing or garlic mayo dip as sauce. Enjoy!

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Notes

Cooking Tips:

Achieve the Ultimate Crisp with Cornstarch

For extra crispy wings, coat them evenly with cornstarch before frying—this creates a light, crunchy crust that stays crisp longer. Make sure the chicken is dry before coating to prevent clumping and ensure even frying. For the best results, double-fry the wings, with the second fry at higher heat to achieve that perfect golden crunch.

Use Fresh Parmesan for a Richer Flavor

Freshly grated parmesan melts smoothly into the buttery garlic sauce, giving it a richer and creamier taste. Pre-packaged powdered parmesan tends to be too salty and grainy, which can overpower the dish. Investing in a block of high-quality parmesan and grating it yourself will make all the difference in flavor and texture.

Control the Heat for the Perfect Garlic Infusion

Melt butter over low heat and gently sauté the garlic to release its full aroma without burning it. Burnt garlic turns bitter, which can ruin the balance of flavors in the sauce. Turning off the heat before adding parmesan ensures it melts evenly without clumping, creating a velvety, well-coated finish on the wings.