What Goes with Chicken Wings

If you are wondering what goes with chicken wings, you can stop wondering and start planning your chicken wings sides right here! We have a fantastic collection of the best sides to serve with your favorite chicken wings and Buffalo wings whether you are looking to serve your wings for dinner, for a party, or as an appetizer.

✅ Get our FREE air fryer foods list here OR 🥘 Buy our Air Fryer Recipes eBook HERE

Wing Recipes

Before we can get to chicken wing side dishes, we need to think about how we are going to cook the main attraction! Chicken wings are always a hit in our house regardless of how we cook them. Sweet, savory, spicy, and everything in between, chicken wings are always the first to disappear and need replacing! Luckily, we have a wide variety of chicken wing recipes to choose from (and now you do too!)

• Air fryer lemon pepper wings
• Baked Cajun dry rub wings
• Teriyaki pan fried chicken wings
• Air fryer whole chicken wings
• Turkey wings in the air fryer
• Dry rub baked chicken wings
• Frozen chicken wings in air fryer
• Instant Pot air fryer chicken wings
• Air fryer boneless chicken wings (frozen)

If you want to add some extra flavor to your chicken wings prior to cooking, be sure to try our chicken wing brine! This chicken wing dry rub is the best chicken dry rub seasoning blend that is perfect for chicken wings, whole chickens, and everything in between.

What to Serve with Chicken Wings?

Chicken wings are always a favorite dish in our home. Whether we are making wings for dinner, as an appetizer, or creating a dish for a party, chicken wings are always in high demand - as are the chicken wing sides that are sure to accompany these delicious chicken pieces. Finding just the right side and knowing what to serve with wings is a crucial step in making sure your family or guests are happy with the meal you serve them.

We had so much fun putting together this collection of chicken wing side dishes! It's a mix of family favorites, brand new recipes, and some of the best side dishes around. With everything from stuffed mushrooms to bacon-wrapped little smokies, jalapeno poppers to shrimp toast, and garlic knots to potato wedges, you are sure to find just the right thing so you no longer have to wonder what goes with chicken wings again.

1

Air Fry Jalapeno Poppers with Cream Cheese

Always a favorite, this jalapeno poppers in air fryer recipe is a great way to make your chicken wings sing!

Ready in under 30-minutes they are super easy to make when you combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper along with precooked bacon and stuff your prepared jalapenos with the mixture before air frying.

Made fresh, this jalapeno poppers recipe is a great appetizer to pair with chicken wings for dinner or as part of an appetizer spread.

Check out this recipe

2

Antipasto Kebabs

Everything you love about an antipasto salad but in a fun, portable option, this antipasto on a stick recipe is a great side dish for wings!

A no-cook side dish that is perfect for summer and preparing ahead of time, antipasto skewers combines tomatoes, artichoke hearts, basil, salami slices, mozzarella balls, and olives for a quick and easy chicken wing side dish that is fun and flavorful.

Check out this recipe

3

Potato Skins Air Fryer Recipe

This loaded potato skins air fryer recipe is one of the best chicken wing side dishes when you are looking for a classic combination!

Whip up these potato skin appetizers in less than 15 minutes when you start with already baked potatoes and precooked bacon! From there you simply need to scoop, fill, and air fry your homemade potato skins.

Serve with your favorite chicken wing recipes and enjoy this favorite chicken wing side.

Check out this recipe

4

Stuffed Mushrooms with Bacon Cream Cheese & Green Onions

An impressive side dish, stuffed mushrooms with bacon and cream cheese take less than 25 minutes to be ready to share the plate with chicken wings.

Made with a filling of chopped bacon, parmesan, cream cheese, garlic, chives, basil, salt, and pepper, plus the mushroom stems, these stuffed mushroom caps are bursting with a rich and creamy flavor.

Perfect as part of an appetizer spread, bacon and cream cheese stuffed mushrooms are low-carb and gluten-free.

Check out this recipe

5

Ham and Pickle Roll-ups with Cream Cheese

If your wings need a finger-food side dish that is low-carb and no-cook, look no further than these ham and pickle roll-ups!

Ready in just minutes, ham and pickle roll-ups are the quick and easy healthy side dish that helps keep your chicken wings dinner low-carb and keto-friendly while also making an appetizer spread super easy.

Check out this recipe

6

Air Fryer Kielbasa (Polish Sausage)

Ready in just 10 minutes, air fryer kielbasa is the quick and easy appetizer that pairs perfectly with chicken wings!

Bite-sized pieces of Polish sausage cook in just 5 minutes in the air fryer and are ready for your favorite dipping sauces as part of an appetizer spread that is sure to include chicken wings and a few other items from this collection of side dishes for wings.

Check out this recipe

7

Easy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries (Frozen Crispy Recipe)

Wings and fries are always a great combination but you can make your fries a healthy side when you opt for sweet potato fries cooked in the air fryers.

Whether you are looking for a quick dinner of chicken wings and sweet potato fries or are making up a platter of finger foods for game day, your frozen sweet potato fries are ready in just 17-minutes and makes a great chicken wing side dish.

Check out this recipe

8

Parmesan Potato Wedges Air Fryer Recipe

Skip the freezer and make these savory air fryer potato wedges, seasoned with herbs and parmesan cheese, the next time you wonder what goes with chicken wings.

Russett potatoes are sliced into wedges and seasoned with oil, garlic salt, sweet paprika, and pepper, plus parmesan cheese, to create a perfectly pleasant roasted potato wedge that is ready in less than 30-minutes. Pair with your favorite chicken wing recipe for a healthy, homecooked meal!

Check out this recipe

9

Mexican Street Corn with Frozen Corn (Esquites Recipe)

Perfect for those warm days of summer, this Mexican street corn salad is a quick and easy side for chicken wings that helps cool everything down, even those spicy Buffalo wings!

Ready in just 15-minutes, Mexican street corn salad uses frozen corn kernels to make an authentic street corn salad. Frozen roasted corn is mixed with a tangy lime-flavored mayo dressing, onions, cilantro, and cojita cheese to make whipping up a no-cook salad quick, easy, and super flavorful! Pair with chicken wings, spicy or savory, and enjoy a quick and easy summer dinner.

Check out this recipe

10

Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

Cool those spicy chicken wings down when you pair them with these delicious mini Caprese skewers!

Mozzarella balls, tomatoes, basil, and a balsamic dressing all combine on a toothpick to make a mini skewer that is portable, easy to make, and so delicious! Serve as a quick, healthy side dish for chicken wings or a light and refreshing option as part of an appetizer spread.

Check out this recipe

11

Cucumber Greek Salad Recipe

Chicken wings and Greek tomato cucumber salad make for a flavorful and filling combination that is sure to please anyone!

Made with tomato, cucumber, feta cheese, and kalamata olives, this Greek salad is a great no-cook option when you are looking for chicken wing side dishes that can be made in just a few minutes.

Keep the kitchen cool this summer when you pair your chicken wings with this Greek tomato salad on the side.

Check out this recipe

12

Warm Green Chili Dip with Artichokes

When you are looking for a warm and hearty side dish for chicken wings look no further than this 4-ingredient hot green chili dip with artichokes!

Ready in just 15 minutes, unmarinated artichoke hearts are combined with green chilis, mayo, and shredded parmesan cheese in a casserole dish before being baked to bubbly perfection. This green chili dip is the perfect addition to a party platter with chips and vegetables for dipping, plus, of course, your favorite chicken wings.

Check out this recipe

13

Stuffed Celery with Cream Cheese & Everything Bagel Seasoning

A super easy and healthy side dish or snack, stuffed celery with cream cheese is a great no-cook recipe that is ready in just a few minutes.

Celery sticks are cleaned and then stuffed with whipped cream cheese before being topped with everything bagel seasoning and served alongside other healthy appetizer choices.

Gluten-free, low-carb, and keto, stuffed celery sticks with cream cheese are the healthy side dish for chicken wings that everyone will love.

Check out this recipe

14

Pulled Pork Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls

If you are making an appetizer spread with chicken wings, then be sure to include these pulled pork sliders on Hawaiian rolls because they are amazing!

Pork butt is generously coated in a homemade seasoning rub and then slow-cooked for 8+ hours in your choice of liquid before being shredded and served on Hawaiian rolls and topped with BBQ sauce.

The cook time for this chicken wing side might be lengthy, but every good party spread needs a variety of appetizers including wings, pork, and potatoes!

Check out this recipe

15

Instant Spinach Artichoke Dip (Applebees Recipe)

This crowd-pleasing spinach artichoke dip is about to become your favorite appetizer dip, especially when you are serving a crowd!

Super cheesy, this dip uses fresh ingredients including artichoke hearts, frozen spinach, cubed cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream to make a hot dip that is ready in just 20-minutes!

Perfect for holiday get-togethers, game days, and appetizer spreads, spinach artichoke dip is a fantastic side dish for chicken wings.

Check out this recipe

16

Keto Parmesan Crisps in the Oven

A quick and easy snack, parmesan crisps are the light and crunchy side for chicken wings you may not have considered before today!

Ready in just 6 minutes, shredded parmesan is piled on a baking sheet in 1 tablespoon increments. Seasoning, including garlic, Italian seasoning, and pepper, are added before baking.

After just 6 minutes your parmesan crisps are ready to serve alongside chicken wings.

Check out this recipe

17

Keto Friendly Charcuterie Board (Almost No Carb!)

Filled with oodles of finger foods and a wide variety of flavors and textures, the charcuterie plate is a beautiful addition to any appetizer spread or the perfect no-cook simple side dish.

Ideally, your charcuterie board will contain a wide variety of meats, cheeses, vegetables, and crackers or crunch items. Often, fruit and nuts are also included but in lesser quantities.

Arranged in a fun and eye-appealing manner, the appeal of the meat and cheese board is in the design. And while there is no wrong way to build one, this recipe contains a great framework to help you build the ultimate healthy charcuterie board every time!

Check out this recipe

18

How to Microwave Pepperoni Chips

Not just for pizzas anymore, we are taking the pepperoni off the mozzarella and heating them up to create a deliciously crisp pepperoni chip that is ready in just a few minutes.

Add a pop of spice to your appetizer platter when you make these pepperoni chips. Microwave for just 2-3 minutes or pop these lovelies into the oven for 5-6 minutes.

Serve with cheese, celery, and, of course, chicken wings.

Check out this recipe

19

Bruschetta

A delicious appetizer perfect for summer, bruschetta is the perfect blend of savory and earthy.

Tomatoes, basil, and garlic combine to create a garden-fresh salad that tops freshly toasted baguette slices before being drizzled with a balsamic vinegar and brown sugar reduction.

It may sound complicated, but this bruschetta recipe is ready in just 20-minutes to serve with your favorite savory chicken wing recipe.

Check out this recipe

20

Baked Brie Bites (4 FLAVORS)

A decadent appetizer, these baked brie bites are bringing a variety of options with four different flavor combinations.

Crescent rolls dough lines muffin tins before being stuffed with brie and topped with your choice of cranberry, maple bacon, apricot walnut, or garlic butter herb, and baked for 10-15 minutes.

Serve with a savory chicken wing and enjoy.

Check out this recipe

21

Little Smokies Wrapped in Bacon with Brown Sugar - Kitchen Gidget

A classic party dish, little smokies wrapped in bacon are a must-have if you are hosting a game-day party or creating an appetizer spread with chicken wings.

This easy appetizer is made by wrapping bacon around little smokies, covering them with brown sugar, and baking after a rest period. While you will need 2 hours to make this dish, only a few minutes are needed for prep and the time is definitely worth it for this delicious side dish that goes great with other party appetizers including chicken wings.

Check out this recipe

22

Shrimp Toast

A deliciously different chicken wing side dish, shrimp toast expertly combines some rich and creamy flavors.

Broiled baguette slices are topped with a shrimp and cheese mixture that combines shrimp, onion celery, garlic, and Cajun seasoning in a rich cheese sauce made from cream cheese, parmesan, and Fontina cheese. Back in the oven for a final bake before the shrimp toast is ready to pair with your favorite chicken wing, perhaps even a Cajun-seasoned wing.

Check out this recipe

23

Loaded Tater Tot Bites

Loaded tater tot bites are the bite-side loaded baked potato snack you didn't even know you were missing out on!

Made from baked tater tots and loaded with bacon and cheese (plus anything else you'd love to have in there), these appetizers are ready in just 35 minutes to be served right alongside your favorite chicken wing recipe for a quick and easy dinner that is family approved.

Check out this recipe

24

Keto Big Mac Bites

Burgers and wings are always a great combination so it only makes sense to have Big Mac bites in a collection of side dishes for wings.

Mini burgers are topped with all of the Big Mac staples you know and love, minus the bun, to make a low-carb and easy burger bite that even includes that tangy secret sauce.

Serve with chicken wings or as part of your appetizer selection.

Check out this recipe

25

Garlic Knots

Knotted-up pizza dough is coated in a generous blend of butter, garlic, parmesan and herbs to create a deliciously portable appetite or side dish for chicken wings.

Needing just 15-minutes in the oven to cook, garlic knots are a quick and easy, delicious chicken wing side that is sure to please everyone you serve.

Check out this recipe

Now that you know what goes with chicken wings, the only question left is what are you going to serve with chicken wings first? Are you going to go classic with a potato option, healthy with a salad or skewer, or perhaps try something new with a stuffed mushroom or perhaps bread option?

Either way, we'd love to know which chicken wing side dishes are your favorite! Sound off in the comments below.