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Creative Ways to Use Leftover Chicken Wings: 10 Delicious Recipes…

We’ve got you covered with 10 creative and mouthwatering recipes that will transform your leftover chicken wings into sensational dishes. Whether you’re craving something sweet, savory, or even hot and spicy, we have a recipe that will satisfy your taste buds. So, let’s dive in and discover these amazing ways to repurpose your leftover chicken wings! And Don’t forget you can come by or deliver yourself some of our Charley Biggs Chicken!

1. Chicken Wing Croquettes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups diced onion
  • 3 cups cooked, finely chopped chicken meat
  • 1 ½ cups seasoned dry bread crumbs
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, sauté diced onion until translucent.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken meat, bread crumbs, eggs, sautéed onion, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the mixture into small patties.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet and fry the patties until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
  5. Serve with your favorite sauce or toppings.

2. Barbecue Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients

  • Leftover chicken wings
  • Tortillas
  • Shredded cheese
  • Barbecue sauce
  • Diced onions
  • Sliced jalapenos
  • Sour cream (optional)

Directions

  1. Remove the meat from the chicken wings and shred it.
  2. Place a tortilla on a heated skillet and sprinkle shredded cheese on half of it.
  3. Arrange the shredded chicken, diced onions, and sliced jalapenos on top of the cheese.
  4. Drizzle barbecue sauce over the toppings.
  5. Fold the tortilla in half and cook until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy.
  6. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  7. Serve with sour cream, if desired.

3. Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Ingredients

  • Leftover chicken wings
  • Mozzarella cheese
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Crushed tomatoes
  • Italian seasoning
  • Garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper
  • Cooked pasta (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Remove the meat from the chicken wings and place it in a baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the chicken.
  4. In a bowl, mix crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken and cheese.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Serve as is or with cooked pasta.

4. Crispy Baked Orange Chicken Wings

Ingredients

  • Leftover chicken wings
  • Orange juice
  • Soy sauce
  • Honey
  • Garlic powder
  • Cornstarch
  • Sesame seeds
  • Green onions (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and garlic powder to make the marinade.
  3. Coat the chicken wings with the marinade and let them sit for 30 minutes.
  4. Place the wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
  7. Heat the slurry over medium heat until thickened.
  8. Toss the baked wings in the thickened sauce.
  9. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with green onions.

5. Leftover Chicken Taco Soup

Ingredients

  • Leftover chicken wings
  • Chicken broth
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Black beans
  • Corn kernels
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Chili powder
  • Cumin
  • Paprika
  • Salt and pepper
  • Tortilla chips (for serving)
  • Shredded cheese (for topping)
  • Sour cream (for topping)
  • Chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Remove the meat from the chicken wings and shred it.
  2. In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn kernels, shredded chicken, and spices to the pot.
  4. Simmer for 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve topped with crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.

6. One-Pot Leftover Roast Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

  • Leftover chicken wings
  • Pasta
  • Olive oil
  • Minced garlic
  • Chicken broth
  • Heavy cream
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Remove the meat from the chicken wings and shred it.
  2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add shredded chicken, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the skillet.
  5. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for a few minutes.
  6. Stir in cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Cook until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta.
  8. Serve garnished with fresh basil.

7. Sweet and Spicy Sticky Chicken Wings

Ingredients

  • Leftover chicken wings
  • Soy sauce
  • Honey
  • Sriracha sauce
  • Garlic powder
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, sriracha sauce, and garlic powder to make the marinade.
  3. Toss the chicken wings in the marinade until well-coated.
  4. Place the wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

8. Chicken Wing Fried Rice

Ingredients

  • Leftover chicken wings
  • Cooked rice
  • Frozen mixed vegetables
  • Soy sauce
  • Sesame oil
  • Minced garlic
  • Eggs
  • Green onions (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Remove the meat from the chicken wings and shred it.
  2. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add the shredded chicken, cooked rice, and frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet.
  4. Stir in soy sauce and cook until the vegetables are heated through.
  5. Push the rice mixture to one side of the skillet and scramble eggs on the other side.
  6. Once the eggs are cooked, mix them with the rice mixture.
  7. Serve garnished with chopped green onions.

9. Chicken Wing Tacos

Ingredients

  • Leftover chicken wings
  • Tortillas
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Sliced avocado
  • Sour cream
  • Hot sauce (optional)

Directions

  1. Remove the meat from the chicken wings and shred it.
  2. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  3. Fill each tortilla with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, and shredded chicken.
  4. Top with sour cream and hot sauce, if desired.
  5. Roll up the tortillas and enjoy your chicken wing tacos.

10. Chicken Wing Salad

Ingredients

  • Leftover chicken wings
  • Mixed salad greens
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Cucumber slices
  • Red onion slices
  • Croutons
  • Salad dressing of your choice

Directions

  1. Remove the meat from the chicken wings and shred it.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion slices, and shredded chicken.
  3. Toss with your favorite salad dressing.
  4. Top with croutons for an added crunch.

Don’t let your leftover chicken wings go to waste! With these 10 creative recipes, you can transform them into delicious and satisfying dishes that will impress your family and friends. From chicken wing croquettes to crispy baked orange chicken wings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, the next time you have leftover chicken wings, try one of these recipes and savor every bite. Happy cooking!

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