• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Summer Recipes
  • Recipe Index
  • Sweets
  • About
  • How To's

Where Is My Spoon

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Summer Recipes
  • Recipe Index
  • Sweets
  • About
  • How To's
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Summer Recipes
    • Recipe Index
    • Sweets
    • About
    • How To's
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ร—
    Where Is My Spoon > Recipes > Appetizer

    The Best Buttered Chicken Wings

    Last modified: Jun 4, 2025 ยท Published by Adina, May 19, 2022 ยท 1 Comment

    Jump to Recipe
    pinterest image with title for butter chicken wings.

    These are the best buttered chicken wings ever!!! They are truly addictive, buttery, and full of flavor, crispy on the outside and meltingly tender on the inside.

    many golden roasted buttered wings in a baking dish.

    These are the best buttered chicken wings ever!!! They are truly addictive, buttery, and full of flavor, crispy on the outside and meltingly tender on the inside.

    Probably my favorite chicken wing recipeโ€ฆThey are so juicy and tender, and the garlic herb butter flavor is fantastic!

    And if you like this recipe, check out more delicious ideas: Pan-Fried Chicken Wings, Baked Spicy Chicken Wings, Sweet and Spicy Wings, and Soy Garlic Chicken Wings. Or make some Garlic Butter Noodles with Parmesan.

    Jump to recipe
    • Recipe ingredients
    • How to make buttered chicken wings?
    • Recipe FAQs
    • How to store and reheat?
    • How to serve them?
    • Recipe
    • The Best Buttered Chicken Wings

    Recipe ingredients

    listed ingredients for making chicken wings with herb butter.

    Chicken wings: 2 lbs (900 g) - about 8-9 whole wings or 16-18 split wings or party wings. If all you have are whole pieces, you can easily cut them in two (See Tips).

    Butter: I use compound butter with garlic and herbs; itโ€™s very convenient and delicious. However, you can substitute it with plain salted or unsalted butter and add grated garlic, finely chopped herbs, fine sea salt or Kosher salt, and pepper to taste.

    • Or make Wild Garlic Butter or Garlic-Herb Butter and use some of it for the buttered chicken wings.

    See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    How to make buttered chicken wings?

    collage of two pictures of wings before and during cooking in a tin.

    Step #1: Arrange the seasoned wings in a large baking tin in a single layer. Dot each wing with a small piece of butter.

    Step #2: Bake, covered with aluminum foil, for 40 minutes. Check to see if they are cooked through.

    baking dish full of golden juicy wings dotted with compound butter.

    Step #3: Preheat the oven grill. Remove the foil and brush the wings with a bit of buttery sauce from the tin. Broil the butter chicken wings for 5-10 minutes, depending on your oven, or until golden brown and crispy. Keep an eye on them all the time so that they do not burn.

    Recipe FAQs

    Shouldnโ€™t I wash the chicken?

    No. You will only spread the bacteria all over the sink. The bacteria will only be destroyed during cooking.

    What if my oven doesnโ€™t have a grill function?

    In this case, increase the oven temperature to 430ยฐF (220ยฐC) and cook the wings without foil for about 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

    How to check if the chicken is done?

    Use a meat thermometer or pull the meat off the bone of one larger piece; the meat should be white, and there is no pink allowed.

    How to store and reheat?

    Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for about 3 days.

    Freeze them for 2-3 months in an airtight container or freezer bag. Defrost in the fridge.

    Reheat in the preheated oven at 180ยฐC/ 350ยฐF for 10-15 minutes or until hot.

    close up of a golden drumette in a tin.

    How to serve them?

    • fried potatoes and onions in a skillet.
      Fried Potatoes and Onions
    • sauteed sweet potatoes served with tahini sauce and cilantro.
      Sweet Potatoes on the Stove
    • white cabbage salad sprinkled with fresh chopped parsley in a vintage bowl.
      Simple White Cabbage Salad
    • overhead view of a plate full of chimichurri rice sprinkled with herbs.
      Easy Chimichurri Rice

    Do you like this recipe?

    Please leave a good rating in the recipe card below. Stay in touch through social media: Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram. Donโ€™t forget to tag #whereismyspoon when you try a recipe!

    Recipe

    close up of several golden buttered chicken wings with melted butter around.

    The Best Buttered Chicken Wings

    These are the best buttered chicken wings ever!!! They are truly addictive, buttery, and full of flavor, crispy on the outside and meltingly tender on the inside.
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Pin Share GrowSaved! Rate
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 406kcal
    Author: Adina

    Equipment

    • Large baking tin
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Ingredients 

    • 2 lb chicken wings split, Note 1
    • 4 tablespoons garlic-herb butter compound butter about 60 g/ 2 oz
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
    • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt or Kosher
    • ยฝ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
    • Prepare wings: If not already split, cut the chicken wings in drumettes and wingettes (Note 1). Dry them well with kitchen towels. Place them in a large bowl.
      2 lb chicken wings
    • Season: Add oil, salt, pepper, and paprika powder. Stir well to coat. Arrange the wings in a large baking tin in a single layer. Place a small piece of butter on each wing.
      1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil + 1 teaspoon sweet paprika + 1 teaspoon fine sea salt or Kosher + ยฝ teaspoon ground black pepper + 4 tablespoons garlic-herb butter compound butter
    • Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake the wings for 40 minutes.
    • Broil: Preheat the oven grill. Remove the foil and broil the wings for 5-10 minutes, depending on your oven, or until brown and crispy. Keep an eye on them all the time so that they do not burn (Note 3).

    Notes

    1. Split wings: Place one whole wing on a cutting board. Hold the tiny drumstick (drumette) and stretch the joint open. The flat part (wingette) should still be on the work surface. Cut through the joint.
      If there is any resistance, move the knife a few millimeters more on the right or left until you find the right place to go through the skin and between the bones quickly.
      Remove the wing tips as well if still attached.
    2. If your oven doesnโ€™t have a grill function, increase the oven temperature to 430ยฐF (220ยฐC) and cook the wings without foil for about 10 minutes or until brown and crispy.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4g | Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 771mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 786IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this Recipe? Pin it for Later!Mention @adinabeck or tag #WhereIsMySpoon!

    More Easy and Quick Appetizer Recipes

    • roasted garlic and tomato soup topped with cream and basil leaves in a bowl.
      Roasted Garlic and Tomato Soup
    • one slice of asparagus and salmon quiche on a small plate with some herbs.
      Asparagus and Salmon Quiche
    • romanian saratele sprinkled with caraways seeds and cheese.
      Romanian Saratele - Cheese Caraway Crackers
    • many golden ham and cheese empanadas and a small bowl of salsa.
      Ham and Cheese Empanadas

    Sharing is caring!

    142 shares
    • Share
    • Reddit
    • X

    web banner representing all the websites logos that featured our food blog.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. mjskitchen says

      May 22, 2022 at 4:14 am

      5 stars
      Yes, I do believe these would be the best buttered chicken wings I've ever had. I'd probably eat at least a pound of them.

      Reply
    5 from 2 votes (1 rating without comment)

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating





    Primary Sidebar

    Hello! Where Is My Spoon is a blog where you will find delicious and family friendly recipes, all made from scratch. From simple healthy soups to sumptuous cakes for special occasions, all our recipes have been tried and loved by our family and our friends.

    More about me โ†’

    Elderflower Recipes

    • elderflower jelly with apple juice in a small jar.
      Elderflower Jelly (or Jam) Recipe
    • a small bottle of elderflower syrup, half a lemon and a bunch of elderflowers in a vase.
      Elderflower Syrup Recipe
    • elderflower gin cocktail in a long glass, lemon and flowers around it.
      Elderflower Gin Cocktail
    • elderflower champagne in a glass with lemon slices and flowers around it.
      Non-Alcoholic Elderflower Champagne (Elderflower Juice)

    Popular Recipes

    • air fryer frozen chicken breast after cooking, one whole and one sliced piece.
      Frozen Chicken Breast in the Air Fryer
    • juicy, golden brown brats cooked on the stove in a skillet.
      How to Cook Brats on the Stove
    • lifting one piece of baked chicken breast with a spoon.
      How to Bake Frozen Chicken Breast
    • stapled sliced pork belly slices sprinkled with parsley, pool of fat in the back.
      How to Cook Pork Belly Strips

    Footer

    โ†‘ back to top

    Info

    • Privacy Policy
    • Accessibility Statement

    Contact

    If you have any questions or want to work with me, please email me @ contact@whereismyspoon.co

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright ยฉ 2025 - Where Is My Spoon. All rights reserved.

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.