• Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • About
  • Contact Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter

Dinner at the Zoo

  • All Recipes
  • Dinner
  • Appetizers
  • Dessert
  • One Pot Meals
  • Slow Cooker
  • Asian Food

Home » Appetizers » Grilled Chicken Wings

Published: July 21, 2019 Last Modified: July 24, 2019 By Sara 22 Comments

Grilled Chicken Wings

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Email
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
Grilled Chicken Wings | Marinated Chicken Wings | Grilled Chicken #chicken #chickenwings #grilling #marinade #dinner #appetizer #dinneratthezoo

These grilled chicken wings are coated in a flavorful garlic, lemon and herb marinade, then grilled to golden brown perfection. A simple yet satisfying appetizer or main course that’s easy to make and always a crowd pleaser!

One thing I love about chicken wings is that they are so versatile. They can be made with any number of sauces from buffalo to barbecue. This grilled chicken wings recipe is one of my favorites with plenty of garlic and herb flavor. If you’re a wing lover, be sure to also check out my smoked chicken wings and lemon pepper chicken wings.

Grilled Chicken Wings | Marinated Chicken Wings | Grilled Chicken #chicken #chickenwings #grilling #marinade #dinner #appetizer #dinneratthezoo Grilled Chicken Wings | Marinated Chicken Wings | Grilled Chicken #chicken #chickenwings #grilling #marinade #dinner #appetizer #dinneratthezoo

A plate of grilled chicken wings coated in herbs.

Whenever I’m entertaining, I love to put out a big platter of grilled chicken wings. These wings are tender and flavorful; people always go crazy for them! I also like to serve these wings as a dinner entree. They go great with a wide variety of side dishes and are a hit with family and friends.

How do you make grilled chicken wings?

The secret to grilling chicken wings is to have the right marinade. To make my marinade, simply whisk together olive oil, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper and garlic. Place your chicken wings in a resealable bag and pour in the zesty marinade. Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour. If you have the time, you can marinate the wings for up to 8 hours.

When you are ready to eat, heat up an outdoor grill or a grill pan, then cook the wings for about 10 minutes per side. Turn the wings occasionally to make sure they don’t burn. Serve the wings with a garnish of fresh parsley, and enjoy!

Chicken wings in a bowl of marinade.

How do you make chicken wings crispy?

The best wings have tender meat and a crispy skin. The easiest way to achieve this result is to make sure the grill is properly pre-heated so that the chicken sizzles when it’s placed on the grill grates. This will allow the skin to get crisp without drying out the meat inside.

Chicken wings on an indoor grill pan.

How to cut chicken wings

Chicken wings can be bought pre-cut, and are typically labeled “party wings” or “wingettes and drummettes.” I typically purchase pre-cut party wings whenever possible. If you buy whole wings, you will want to separate them into wingettes and drummettes for ease in grilling and eating.

The “drummette” is the part of the wing that looks like a little drumstick. The “wingette” is the flat part of the wing that contains two bones.

You can separate wings into wingettes and drumettes by bending the wing back at the joint where the less meaty part of the drummette connects to the wingette. Then use a sharp knife or kitchen shears to cut through the joint. Repeat the same process to cut through the joint between the wingette and the tip of the wing. Bend the wingette and the tip back at the joint and cut through the joint with a sharp knife or kitchen shears.

Grilled chicken wings on a sheet pan, garnished with parsley.

How do you reheat chicken wings?

Grilled chicken wings can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. To reheat your chicken wings, place them in a toaster oven or a regular oven and heat them at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes.

Tips for grilled chicken wings

  • I love these wings as-is, but if you want to serve them with a dip you can use barbecue sauce or a ranch dip.
  • If you like spicier wings, you can add some red pepper flakes to the marinade.
  • This marinade contains sugar which adds great flavor, but can burn on the grill. Make sure your grill is not too hot before you add your meat!
  • You can make the marinade up to 3 days in advance. Store the marinade in the refrigerator until you’re ready to use it.

A hand picking up a grilled chicken wing.

These wings are bursting with herb and garlic flavor and are tender, juicy and totally delicious. I make these chicken wings for all of my summer gatherings, and everyone always requests the recipe!

More great chicken recipes

  • Korean Fried Chicken
  • Baked Chicken Parmesan
  • Buffalo Chicken Nuggets
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Wings
  • Baked Buffalo Wings
A plate of grilled chicken wings coated in herbs.
Print Pin
5 from 18 votes

Grilled Chicken Wings

These grilled chicken wings are coated in a flavorful garlic, lemon and herb marinade, then grilled to golden brown perfection. A simple yet satisfying appetizer or main course that's easy to make and always a crowd pleaser!
Course Appetizer, Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 313kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds chicken wings party style
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon parsley leaves chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon thyme leaves chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic

Instructions

  • Place the chicken wings in a bowl or resealable gallon sized bag.
  • In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper and garlic.
  • Pour the marinade over the meat. Marinate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium heat.
  • Place the chicken wings on the grill. Cook for 10 minutes per side, turning occasionally so that the wings don't burn.
  • Remove the wings from the grill. Garnish with additional chopped parsley, then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 757mg | Potassium: 582mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 85IU | Vitamin C: 2.7mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1.8mg
Tried this Recipe? Tag me Today!Mention @DinnerAtTheZoo or tag #dinneratthezoo!
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Email

Filed Under: Appetizers

FREE TOOLKIT: 5 Secrets to Meal Planning

Learn my 5 Meal Planning Secrets & get my Meal Planning Toolkit...FREE!

    ​
    ​

    Still hungry? Follow Dinner at the Zoo on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest for more great recipe ideas!

    « Shrimp Fried Rice
    Buttermilk Waffles »

    Comments

    1. Jennifer Klein says

      April 14, 2022 at 10:25 am

      5 stars
      Loved this! I used smaller thin chicken pieces instead of wings. Is this something that I can freeze? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Sara says

        April 14, 2022 at 10:39 am

        Yes you should be able to freeze it!

        Reply
    2. Lindsay says

      April 4, 2021 at 8:18 am

      5 stars
      I made these today and they were a huge hit! Next time I’ll need to make more wings.

      Reply
    3. Bintu says

      April 4, 2021 at 6:11 am

      5 stars
      That marinade sounds incredible! I agree with you about how versatile chicken wings are – we enjoy them with lots of different marinades and sauces.

      Reply
    4. Amy says

      April 4, 2021 at 4:33 am

      5 stars
      Oh wow these chicken wings look delicious!

      Reply
    5. Biana says

      April 3, 2021 at 8:05 pm

      5 stars
      These look so amazing! Love how simple the marinade is, and how delicious the wings look.

      Reply
    6. Tara says

      April 3, 2021 at 6:41 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow! Such a gorgeous color on these wings! They sound absolutely amazing with that garlicky marinade. Yum!

      Reply
    7. Bridget says

      December 11, 2020 at 1:46 pm

      5 stars
      BEST marinade! My mom has been using this for a while. She sent it to me and I will be using again and again. Second time in a week tonight!

      Reply
    8. Kim says

      May 11, 2020 at 8:31 pm

      5 stars
      We put them on the grill for Mother’s Day and they were amazing! Adults and children enjoyed them!

      Reply
    9. Sara says

      September 16, 2019 at 10:41 am

      I didn’t get a chance to grill these last night but have been marinating for over 24 hours. Are these ok to grill still tonight?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        September 16, 2019 at 9:09 pm

        Yes that’s fine!

        Reply
      • Sara says

        September 17, 2019 at 4:21 am

        5 stars
        These were amazing! 5 star for sure!

        Reply
    10. Jacque Hooper says

      July 30, 2019 at 10:01 am

      5 stars
      Loved this recipe for wings! Was perfect for my sons birthday party! Easily fed a bunch of boys and was a huge hit! Looking forward to making these again soon!

      Reply
    11. Kara says

      July 29, 2019 at 7:21 am

      5 stars
      So flavorful! My kids of course liked theirs dipped in ranch dressing. 🙂

      Reply
    12. Julie says

      July 29, 2019 at 6:47 am

      5 stars
      Love the flavor of these! Made these at our bbq this weekend, and they were a hit!

      Reply
    13. Alli says

      July 29, 2019 at 5:41 am

      5 stars
      Chicken wings are my favorite, these were absolutely wonderful and I loved that they were grilled!

      Reply
    14. Jen says

      July 29, 2019 at 5:26 am

      5 stars
      These were a huge hit! Definitely adding these to our regular dinner rotation. Thanks!

      Reply
    15. Julia Frey says

      July 29, 2019 at 3:32 am

      5 stars
      Chicken wings are my guilty pleasure but these are grilled so pretty much health food, right? hahaha I absolutely loved this recipe. Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    16. Alina | Cooking Journey Blog says

      July 23, 2019 at 4:01 am

      5 stars
      Perfect snack! I would serve with a bowl of lemon Greek yogurt dip.

      Reply
    17. Annie @ Annie's Noms says

      July 23, 2019 at 3:27 am

      These look SO succulent and delicious! I could just dive through the screen for a couple right now! You can’t beat a good chicken wing and I know these would disappear in my house!

      Reply
    18. Shashi at SavorySpin says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:19 am

      What a gorgeous char on these wings – so love that marinade, so flavor packed!

      Reply
    19. Dannii says

      July 23, 2019 at 12:53 am

      They look so crispy and delicious. Perfect for game day.

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

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

    Recipe Rating





    With 3 young kids, dinner can feel like feeding time at the zoo! I'm a mom on a mission to create easy, healthy and family friendly recipes ...Read More

    Winter Soups

    A bowl of Texas chili topped with cheese and sour cream.

    Texas Chili Recipe

    A bowl of taco soup topped with tortilla strips, sour cream, cheese and avocado.

    Taco Soup Recipe

    A bowl of lasagna soup topped with ricotta, parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.

    Lasagna Soup

    A bowl of chicken stew with celery, potatoes, green beans and peas.

    Chicken Stew Recipe

    A bowl of slow cooker beef stew with meat, carrots, potatoes and peas.

    Slow Cooker Beef Stew

    A bowl of crock pot chicken noodle soup with carrots, garnished with parsley.

    Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

    More Posts from this Category

    Featured Recipes

    Chicken and green beans coated in honey garlic sauce.

    Chicken and Green Beans

    These oven baked beef tacos are filled with beans, meat and melted cheese, then topped off with shredded lettuce and fresh salsa. The best way to make tacos for a crowd!

    Baked Beef Tacos

    Pesto chicken in a baking dish with melted cheese and cherry tomatoes.

    Pesto Chicken Recipe

    A pan of Cajun shrimp garnished with parsley and lemon.

    Cajun Shrimp Recipe

    FREE TOOLKIT: 5 Secrets to Meal Planning

    Learn my 5 Meal Planning Secrets & get my Meal Planning Toolkit...FREE!

      ​
      ​

      Categories

      Sites I am featured In
      PRIVACY POLICY ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT © Sara Welch and Dinner at the Zoo® LLC, 2015-2022.
      • Facebook
      • Instagram
      • Pinterest
      • RSS
      • Twitter
      • About Me
      • Contact Me
      • All Recipes
      • Dinner
      • Appetizers
      • Dessert
      • One Pot Meals
      • Slow Cooker
      • Asian Food