These Garlic Parmesan Fried Chicken Wings are made even better with my Seasoned Flour, ensuring every bite is crispy, savory, and bursting with flavor. And to take it over the top, we’ve paired them with a creamy, homemade blue cheese dressing that will have you dipping (and dunking) with pure joy.
2cupsMr. Make It Happen’s Seasoned Flourthis will give your wings the perfect crispy coating with a built-in seasoning blend!
1quartbuttermilkfor soaking + AP Seasoning and Hot Sauce
Vegetable oilfor frying
2tablespoonsunsalted buttermelted
¼cupfreshly grated Parmesan cheese
3-4clovesgarlicminced (or more if you're a garlic lover!) or 2 tbsps garlic paste
Fresh parsleychopped (for garnish)
For the Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing:
½cupmayonnaise
¼cupsour cream
¼cupbuttermilk
1lemon
1teaspoonWorcestershire
½cupcrumbled blue cheeseuse a good quality one for the best flavor!
1teaspoonDijon mustard
Salt and black pepperto taste
Instructions
Soak the Chicken
First things first, let’s soak the chicken in some buttermilk, hot sauce, and my new Buttery Garlic Pepper seasoning *feel free to use whatever seasoning you prefer*
Prep the Chicken Wings
Start by prepping your wings.
Pat them dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks well.
Then, pour the buttermilk into a bowl, and add the chicken wings.
Let them soak for about 30 minutes to an hour. The buttermilk helps tenderize the chicken and ensures that beautiful, crispy coating sticks perfectly when fried.
Let this marinate for 2-24 hours.
While the chicken takes a buttermilk bath, let’s make some homemade Blue Cheese dressing!
Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing:
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk.
Stir until smooth.
Add in the crumbled blue cheese, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire, lemon juice and a pinch of salt and pepper or AP Seasoning.
Use a spoon to mash the blue cheese into the dressing until it reaches your desired texture.
I like mine a little chunky for that real blue cheese flavor, but you can always blend it smoother if you prefer.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed—sometimes a touch more vinegar or salt makes all the difference!
Garlic Parm Sauce:
For the Garlic Parm Sauce, we are going to start by melting 1 stick of butter.
To that, add your grated parmesan, garlic, seasoning, and parsley.
Coat the Chicken
In a large bowl or shallow dish, add 2 cups of Mr. Make It Happen’s Seasoned Flour.
This flour is packed with just the right amount of seasoning, so you don't need to add any extra spices!
Once the wings have soaked in the buttermilk, remove them one by one and dredge them thoroughly in the seasoned flour.
Make sure to shake off any excess flour.
The thicker the coating, the crispier the wings will be!
Fry the Wings
Heat a large pot or deep fryer with vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the wings in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot.
Fry the wings for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally for even cooking.
If you’re unsure, use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Once crispy and perfectly golden, remove the wings from the oil and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Toss the Wings in the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Once the wings are done frying and drained, place them in a large mixing bowl.
Pour the garlic Parmesan sauce over the wings, making sure every wing is coated with that delicious, garlicky goodness.
Toss them around gently to ensure an even coating.
Serve
Now that the wings are tossed and the blue cheese dressing is ready, it’s time to serve!
Arrange the crispy garlic Parmesan wings on a platter, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve with a side of homemade blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Notes
Tips for Perfect Wings:
For extra crispy wings, double fry them! After frying the first time, let them rest for about 5 minutes, then fry them again for an additional 3-4 minutes until extra crispy.
Flavor variations: Feel free to play around with the seasoning! Add a sprinkle of lemon zest to the garlic Parmesan sauce for a zesty twist, or switch up the cheese in the dressing to suit your taste.
• • Make them ahead: You can prep the wings ahead of time, coating them in the flour and refrigerating them until you're ready to fry. The batter will stay crispier this way.